Superintendent - Squamish, Canada - Kindred Construction

Kindred Construction

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Squamish, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Site Superintendent

Kindred is seeking a Site Superintendent to work under limited supervision with a Project Manager (PM) and Consultants to complete a quality modular project while maintaining high safety standards.

This project is part of a rapid housing initiative, in partnership with Hiyam Housing, a housing provider working in tandem with the Squamish First Nation.

This project will be delivered by utilizing modular construction and Kindred has two opportunities, both in North Vancouver and Squamish.

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; coordinate and manage modular unit delivery, assembly and finishing
Direct work of all Trade contractors, establish schedule, workflow, and priorities through the use of effective scheduling
Develop scopes of work and details for Purchase Orders, Change Orders or Backcharges to trades
Monitor budget spending and advise on cost overruns and cost savings
Source site supplies and rental tools and use inhouse tool rental function
Record daily site reports, timesheets, and job progress photos
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 Supervisory experience with projects up to $20M.
Work well under pressure, juggling multiple responsibilities with numerous interruptions
Construction skills are required, including the ability to use small hand and power tools and precision measuring and testing devices, as well as equipment and materials applicable to the construction and carpentry trades.
Must be able to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to fifty pounds on an as needed basis; prolonged standing and frequent bending, stooping and reaching is required on a daily basis. A full range of physical motion is required in order to operate manual and electricallypowered power tools and constructionrelated equipment.
The ability to move throughout the jobsite, including climbing stairs and working at heights from ladders of scaffolding in order to perform construction related work is required.
Self motivated, detail oriented, and organized
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and team management
Problemsolver and ability to "think outside the box"
Current with all construction and building codes, standards, and regulations
Strong local contacts for qualified subcontractors
Possess a valid driver's license, insurance, and reliable vehicle
Hold, at minimum, Level 1 Occupational First Aid certificate
Work is typically conducted at a site trailer with PC and internet access, however work may occasionally occur outside or from a vehicle should circumstances or the project require
May assist with carpentry and/or other labour tasks
Work the hours the job takes to get done, it is the Superintendents responsibility to effectively manage these hours to maintain project schedule and work/life balance