Site Superintendent

Vancouver, BC

As part of our Construction Management Team, our Site Superintendents work under limited supervision with a Project Manager (PM) and Consultants to complete quality construction projects while maintaining high safety standards. Site Superintendents must exercise considerable independent judgment and initiative, tact and courtesy in contacts with vendors, contractors, consultants and clients.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Set up Site office and establish positive relationships with affected business’ and/or people
Manage and direct all site personnel
Read and interpret plans and specifications, provide clarification to site employees and trade contractors
Manage and resolve all site related issues
Direct work of all Trade contractors, establish schedule, identify schedule impact, workflow, and priorities through the use of effective scheduling
Implement and manage 4-week look ahead schedules in conjunction with major milestones identified on master construction schedule.
Develop scopes of work and details for Purchase Orders, Change Orders or Back-charges to trades
Monitor budget spending and advise on cost overruns and cost savings
Source site supplies and rental tools
Record daily site reports, timesheets, and job progress photos to ensure projects are met or exceed required contract specifications
Coordinate inspections and occupancy permits
Assists with the development of a competent and efficient construction site team by recommending the employment of qualified applicants and identifying when current site staff need additional training.
Participate in weekly and/or monthly consultant/client/trade meetings
Other duties as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Dedicated to quality and service with 5+ years of successful experience in a technical role, with proven ability to manage and lead projects
Demonstrated work experience with custom home projects ranging from $10M up to $25M
Completed post-secondary education in Construction, Engineering, or related discipline
Work well under pressure, juggling multiple responsibilities with numerous interruptions
Strong local contacts for qualified sub-contractors; developed working relationships with numerous trades, suppliers and industry professionals
Experience with Procore is an asset
Excellent interpersonal communication, client management, and team management
Current with all construction and building codes, standards, and regulations
Comprehensive knowledge of current construction practices and methodologies
Hold, at minimum, Level 1 Occupational First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain one

Thank you for your interest in Kindred Construction. Given the anticipated interest in this role, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Kindred Construction is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We believe in the power of a shared table to bring people together in an environment of mutual respect – it is at the core of our Team Built culture. Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and existing teammates without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental/invisible disability, marital status, and any other characteristic covered by appropriate law.

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