Base Superintendent - Nisku, Canada - Carmacks Enterprises

Carmacks Enterprises

Verified Company

Nisku, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

What is the role?
Reporting to the General Superintendent and working with Management and other Superintendents, the Base Superintendent ensures that quality road services are provided to Carmacks clients in a timely, efficient and cost-effective manner

Responsibilities include:

Leads and manages the base crew operations ensuring that crews are trained and understand all aspects of Carmacks Quality Control Program;
Works to maintain and improve all working relationships within the organization as well as with contract owners, engineers, associated clients, and suppliers;
Coordinates equipment requirements, materials, supplies, and subcontractors with the General Superintendent;
Calculates trucks required to ensure road productivity goals;
Liaises with management and staff to ensure that appropriate materials, including binder and aggregate, are available a day in advance to ensure excellent quality product in a timely manner;
Responsible for planning, hiring, and training staff to make up a knowledgeable, productive crew;
Develops and implements well defined work plans using manpower, equipment, and materials most efficiently;
Ensures that all environmental guidelines and regulations are followed;
Ensures that all equipment is in good repair and that a regular maintenance program is followed;
Ensures timely paper flow to clients, engineers, and corporate office;
Manages each project to result in contract specifications and standards meeting or exceeding requirements;
Where project results and/or job costing is off target, discusses with General Superintendent and Division Manager to determine the best course of action;
Identifies and implements operational improvements and efficiencies encouraging staff to provide their input;
Identifies potential business opportunities/work with Carmacks management to follow up
Ensures safety standards/training are in compliance with Corporate Safety Program;
Liaises with the Safety Management team to keep uptodate in applicable health, safety and environmental regulations;
Ensures that all health and safety standards meet legislated requirements;
Conducts regular site inspections to ensure safety standards are adhered to;
Ensures safety meetings, quarterly job inspections, hazards assessments and incident reports are completed in a timely fashion as required.
Other duties as assigned.

What do we value?

Minimum 10 years of road construction experience with at least 5 years of supervisory experience
Training and courses in road building and surfacing procedures
Knowledge of environmental, safety, health policies and regulations
Minimum Class 5 Drivers license
Thorough knowledge of road construction industry with an indepth understanding of road building
Proven expertise in the road construction industry
Excellent communication and team management skills
Understanding of best use of all resources
Team approach to completing projects on time and within budget
Even tempered with the ability to manage stress
Excellent time management and planning skills with an ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
This is a "hands on" field position. Applicant must be willing to work in various locations throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and Northwest Territories.
A combination of education and experience will be considered._

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