Site Superintendent
- Whitehorse, YT, Canada
$125,000 - $150,000 · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $125,000 - $150,000
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 3+ years’ experience in the construction industry, preferably Commercial construction management
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
General Contractor
Commercial Construction
Rotational 20/10
Whitehorse, Yukon TerritoryJune/July 2026 start
$125,000 - $150,000
Site Superintendent Duties & Responsibilities
Pre-Construction Management
Competitive Salary, Liveout, Accommodations, Company Truck, Concurrent Manitoba Projects
Site Superintendent Similar Job Titles
Site Supervisor
General Superintendent
Construction Manager
Superintendent
Foreman
Interested?
Apply below
Only applicants with the legal right to work in Canada can be considered for this opportunity.
We thank all those who express interest in this opportunity however only those short-listed we be contacted.
Commercial Construction
Rotational 20/10
Whitehorse, Yukon TerritoryJune/July 2026 start
$125,000 - $150,000
Site Superintendent Duties & Responsibilities
Pre-Construction Management
- Work with the Project Manager, develop and maintain master project schedule with input from subcontractors
- Assess commissioning and O&M requirements for master project schedule.
- Develop Health, Safety and Environment Plan.
- Review contracts with the Project Manager to ensure scope of work and schedules are accurate and feasible.
- Notify Equipment Management Team of requirements for project.
- Assist with selection of trade subcontractors.
- Conduct constructability reviews to bring value to the construction execution stage.
- Plan, organize, direct and control daily construction operations with direct leadership responsibilities for junior resources as assigned.
- Fully understand the Master Contract and Subcontractor Contracts.
- Develop and measure productivity on site to measure planned progress against actual.
- Control site logistics, maximize efficiencies, minimize deficiencies of all work including all subcontractors, suppliers and employees.
- Establish site for construction.
- Maintain daily and ongoing reporting to track site progress.
- Maintain a clean and organized site.
- Execute the quality management program proactively to minimize deficiencies.
- Approve timesheets.
- Hold daily field level hazard assessments.
- Hold weekly toolbox talks.
- Conduct weekly subcontract progress meetings and hold everyone on site accountable to the Master Project Schedule.
- Purchase, maintain, track and forecast materials.
- Review all subcontractor submittals.
- Support the development of commissioning and turn over plans.
- Fix deficiencies in line with achieving total completion date.
- Manage risk during the project by following the Risk Management Plan.
- Communicate daily with the Project Manager and project team on the status of construction including any concerns or discrepancies that may require escalation.
- Attend owner meetings throughout the project.
- Manage, control, and record all permit requirements, third party inspections, commissioning, training and hand over.
- Communicate with the office to manage administrative tasks.
- Responsible to ensure all on site contractually required items are implemented and completed.
- Champion health and safety and occupational practices and regulations.
- Provide cost-effective solutions to construction issues and coordinate with the Project Manager.
- Close all site accounts.
- Demobilize site.
- Undergraduate degree or diploma in construction management, engineering, or another relevant field preferred
- Certification of First Aid/CPR, WHMIS
- Possess valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
- 3+ years’ experience in the construction industry, preferably Commercial construction management
- Strong familiarity with contract administration, understanding drawings, specifications, architectural and engineering standards and building practices, including building codes
- Full understanding of mechanical and electrical installations, including commissioning and handover
- Excellent budgeting, costing, and scheduling skills
- Experience using MS Word, Outlook, MS Project, Electronic Document Management System, Procore
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing all disciplines, internal employees, and external sub-trades
- Ability to inspire trust in difficult situations by instilling confidence and engaging people on matters that affect them
- Ability to forge, grow and maintain positive relationships
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities, capable of handling pressure and challenges
- Works within tight deadlines and prioritizes of work to achieve them
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated through speaking to groups of employees on site, and communicating to a variety of stakeholders including clients, management, and site employees
- Demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals; ability to work in challenging, fast paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Travel to site will be required; travel within MB / SK as directed
Competitive Salary, Liveout, Accommodations, Company Truck, Concurrent Manitoba Projects
Site Superintendent Similar Job Titles
Site Supervisor
General Superintendent
Construction Manager
Superintendent
Foreman
Interested?
Apply below
Only applicants with the legal right to work in Canada can be considered for this opportunity.
We thank all those who express interest in this opportunity however only those short-listed we be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Lead pre-construction planning and daily commercial construction operations, including scheduling, subcontractor coordination, site logistics, safety, quality, and materials management. Track progress and costs, communicate with the project team and owner, manage inspections and commissioning, and oversee project completion and site demobilization.
Requirements
A degree or diploma in construction management, engineering, or a related field is preferred, along with First Aid/CPR and WHMIS certification, a valid driver’s license, and access to a reliable vehicle. Applicants should have at least three years of construction experience, strong knowledge of contracts, drawings, building practices, mechanical and electrical installations, and proficiency with Microsoft Project, Procore, and related office tools.
Skills
- Construction Management
- Project Scheduling
- Contract Administration
- Site Logistics
- Health And Safety Management
- Quality Management
- Subcontractor Management
- Budgeting And Costing
- Commissioning And Handover
- Risk Management
- Construction Documentation
- Leadership
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Microsoft Project
- Procore
Benefits
- Live-Out Accommodation
- Company Truck
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
- Trades
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Commercial Construction
- Pre-Construction Management
- Construction Management
- Master Project Schedule
- Health, Safety And Environment Plan
- Contract Administration
- Constructability Reviews
- Site Logistics
- Subcontractor Management
- Productivity Tracking
- Quality Management
- Hazard Assessments
- Toolbox Talks
- Materials Management
- Commissioning
- Project Handover
- Risk Management Plan
- Permit Management
- Third-Party Inspections
- Building Codes
- Mechanical Installations
- Electrical Installations
- First Aid/CPR
- WHMIS
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Project
- Electronic Document Management System
- Procore