site superintendent - Vancouver, Canada - Strand

Description

STRAND CONTRACTING IS LOOKING FOR A SITE SUPERINTENDENT

Strand Contracting is seeking an individual who is passionate about real estate and construction and has a strong desire to be a part of a growing organization that is creating a legacy of successful projects in urban environments across North America.

WHO IS STRAND?

Founded in Vancouver in 1976, Strand has been actively involved in a number of real estate sectors, including: the development and acquisition of multi-family apartments and condominium projects, single family land and housing developments, the development of multi-unit warehouse projects, the acquisition of office building properties, and the provision of mortgage financing to developers for residential and commercial developments across Canada and the United States. While Strand has maintained a relatively low profile, consistent with the philosophy of its major shareholders and financial partners, Strand has acquired, developed, and financed over 23,000 homes while consistently maintaining its reputation for thoughtfully and successfully developing real estate. Strand is active throughout several regions, with its head office, located in Vancouver and an office in the western United States. Strand's active projects are comprised of over six thousand residential units and, in Greater Vancouver, Strand is developing over thirty-four hundred homes (fourteen hundred condominiums and two thousand rental apartments), along with over one million three hundred thousand square feet of employment generating space (retail/office/light industrial).

Strand's development platform has established a reputation as a well-recognized and respected developer in the region by demonstrating a commitment to innovation, quality, and building for the needs of the region's diverse and evolving demographic composition.

WHY JOIN STRAND?

Strand's development business is innovative, dynamic, and expanding. This is an opportunity for the successful candidate to join a team of professionals in an inclusive and collaborative environment that fosters professional development and success. Strand is a progressive business that prioritizes culture and rewards entrepreneurial spirit and ingenuity while providing opportunities for its employees to grow with the company, both professionally and financially. Strand has "Deep Roots and Big Plans".

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in a construction-related program; Construction Management
• Minimum of 3+ years experience as a Construction Superintendent or in a similar role a role in residential, multi-family construction; experience with a developer/builder or general contractor is an asset.
• Experience in managing construction sites, with a focus on residential construction projects
• Knowledge of local building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• A trade background with progressive experience in general contracting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills and strategic thinking capability.
• Exceptional organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite, with a strong working knowledge of Excel; experience with Procore is an asset.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a desire to add value, thriving in a culture of excellence

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Site Superintendent will play a pivotal role in overseeing and ensuring the successful execution of our construction projects by taking responsibility for the day-to-day on-site operations, coordinating various project elements, and fostering a culture of safety, quality, and efficiency among the construction team. This role will report to the Director of Construction.

• Assisting the Project Managers and the Director of Construction in the preconstruction work, tender summaries, budget building, and scheduling.
• Developing safety programs and procedures.
• Collaborating closely with the Project Managers, consultants, trade contractors, inspectors, and regulatory agencies to develop and execute project plans in line with contract documents.
• Attending preconstruction meetings and all project-related gatherings with stakeholders.
• Communicating project progress to all relevant parties as required.
• Coordinating with trades, equipment, material supply, inspections, and subcontractors.
• Maintaining strong communication and relationships with owners, subcontractors, contract administrators, and other stakeholders.
• Upholding compliance with safety and work regulation policies for all labor forces, including subcontractors, in collaboration with Health and Safety.
• Engaging in company and project safety programs and initiatives while ensuring safety requirements are met.
• Assisting in the initial setup of construction projects by analyzing specifications, drawings, and construction schedules before mobilizing to the project site.
• Identifying and documenting out-of-scope work or additional tasks not covered under the base contract and communicating these with the Project Manager.
• Participating in continuous improvement projects as part of our commitment to excellence.
• Reviewing and maintaining documentation, drawings, completing daily site reports, purchase orders, and project photos.
• Enforcing subcontractor contracts and identifying discrepancies in scopes of work.
• Effectively monitoring expenditures, reviewing invoices meticulously, and managing labor and material costs within the project budget and underlying estimate.
• Managing all required municipal and provincial inspections.
• Supervising and nurturing site team members through regular feedback, training, and coaching.
• Ordering materials, equipment, and securing sufficient manpower throughout the project to maintain schedule and productivity.
• Preparing and maintaining construction schedules, identifying potential issues, interferences, and deviations from the overall schedule, and assisting in resolving conflicts.
• Assist the Director of Construction and Project Manager with additional tasks as needed.

BENEFITS

Strand is proud to foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, growth, and the betterment of all those who dedicate themselves to the realization of its objectives. True to the company's nature as a "family of professionals", we are committed to making continued investments in our people. Strand provides a very competitive compensation structure and benefits package that includes the following:

• Generous Extended Health and Dental Plan
• Professional Development, Mentorship and Education Programs
• Strand Employee Wellness Program exceeding industry standard

HOW TO APPLY

If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in this role, please send a cover letter along with your resume to While we thank all candidates for their interest, only selected individuals will be contacted.