Site Superintendent
Job Summary
Are you an experienced construction professional looking for a compelling new challenge with a dynamic, growing company? We are currently seeking a qualified site superintendent specializing in institutional and commercial projects to oversee major jobsites located across the South Shore and the Greater Montreal area. As a site superintendent, you will play a central leadership role in managing daily field operations, coordinating trade subcontractors, and delivering high-quality renovation and redevelopment projects—specifically within the education and healthcare sectors.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and direct all daily field operations on construction jobsites
- Coordinate internal workers, trade contractors, and site personnel
- Manage and monitor project schedules within established budgetary guidelines
- Enforce strict compliance with safety standards and health guidelines
- Perform continuous quality assurance inspections across all construction trades
Required Skills
- 5 to 10 years of experience as a site superintendent
- Proficiency in reading architectural drawings and structural blueprints
- Strong leadership and personnel management skills
- Deep understanding of safety regulations and National Building Code
- Valid ASP Construction certification and driver's license
Job Details
Advantages
• Competitive annual salary ranging between $100,000 and $150,000 based on experience.
• Fully provided company vehicle or a comprehensive vehicle allowance package.
• Comprehensive group insurance package accessible from day one.
• Permanent employment opportunity with a forward-thinking, innovative company.
• Diverse and engaging project portfolio throughout the South Shore and Greater Montreal.
• Collaborative work culture with direct access to senior company leadership.
Responsibilities
• Oversee and direct all daily field operations on institutional and commercial construction jobsites.
• Coordinate internal workers, trade contractors, and site personnel to ensure progress aligns with plans and specifications.
• Manage and monitor project schedules to ensure timely project delivery within established budgetary guidelines.
• Enforce strict compliance with provincial safety standards (CNESST) and company health and safety guidelines.
• Perform continuous quality assurance inspections on work executed across all construction trades.
• Lead daily jobsite coordination meetings and compile detailed daily progress reports for management.
• Proactively identify technical site challenges and implement effective field-level solutions with project managers.
• Assist with the final project closeout process, commissioning, and client handover to ensure complete satisfaction.
Qualifications
• Strong leadership and personnel management skills within an active construction environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex architectural drawings, structural blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and field problem-solving abilities.
• Superior interpersonal communication and negotiation skills when dealing with sub-trades and site teams.
• Familiarity with modern construction management software and digital reporting tools.
• 5 to 10 years of experience as a site superintendent in the institutional or commercial construction sector.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects in occupied environments (e.g., schools, hospitals, community centers).
• Deep understanding of the National Building Code and provincial CNESST safety regulations.
• Valid ASP Construction general health and safety certification.
• Valid driver's license (Class 5) and mobility to travel to jobsites on the South Shore and Montreal.