Construction Superintendent Jobs

Are you an experienced and accountable construction site supervisor with a passion for excellence and eye for the smallest details that make you indispensable on any team? We've got an exciting opportunity in the Winnipeg area and want you on our team!

Operating across Canada for over 30 years, Glacier West Construction is a trusted design builder specializing in food processing, CNG/LNG conversion, cold storage, distribution facilities, and institutional works. We offer end-to-end construction delivery methods, customized to the unique needs of our clients. Our commitment to provide unmatched project engineering and construction management services helps us succeed to execute on projects of all sizes from small renovations and industrial tenant improvement to state-of-the-art, full-scale Greenfield construction.

Job Requirements:

• All-weather construction experience on ground-up projects.
• Trades background (carpentry, concrete, finishing, service or special projects work) is preferred.
• Ability to read construction documents (prints, measurements and layouts).
• Familiarity with regulatory construction standards
• Demonstrated strategic planning, problem-solving and risk mitigation skills.
• Competency in areas of safety, administration, workforce management, cost/quality control, administration, and project execution.
• Relationship building skills and collaborative approach which allow you to build trust and grow your network of professional and innovative partners.
• 7-10 years progressive experience in general contracting as a Superintendent or Site Supervisor.
• Proficiency with computers, email communications, progress reports, and online safety tools/forms.
• Ability to run commercial, light-industrial, mid-sized projects valued at $1M-$10M with limited supervision.
• Project management skills and understanding of core principles construction (safety, budget, schedule, & SOWs)
• A strong understanding of other trades and disciplines as they relate to workforce planning and site coordination activities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage difficult situations with positive results.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, compliance and quality regulations are followed
• Oversee daily operation of construction projects
• Communicate project progress with clients and project managers
• Manage subcontractors and construction site organization

The ideal candidate will be comfortable overseeing the entire operation of the construction site. They should be able to determine and address any risk areas in order to maintain the safety of workers. This candidate should be experienced in communicating project milestones with clients and other parties, and be able to establish a timeline for completion.