Supervisor, Construction

The Details

Job Title

Supervisor, Construction

Job Number

J1126-0004

Job Code

NU268

Job Category

Supervisory

Bargaining Unit

Non-Union

Job Type

Full Time

Employment Type

Addition

Number Of Positions

Hours Of Work

35 hrs/wk

Salary

$93,699.63 - $117,115.00/Year

Date Posted

November 5, 2026

Closing Date

November 26, 2026

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The Role

Reporting to the Manager, Construction, the Construction Supervisor provides technical, contractual and supervisory leadership for the delivery of municipal capital construction projects. The position supervises Surveyor/Inspectors and Project Coordinators, coordinates construction administration and inspection resources, and independently resolves technical, contractual, quality and field issues within delegated authority.

The position works closely with contractors, consultants, Utilities Kingston, City departments, external agencies, property owners and the public to support successful project delivery. The role also identifies opportunities to improve construction administration practices and researches new construction technologies, methods and techniques.

Meet your department...

We design, build, and maintain Kingston’s core infrastructure, from roads and sidewalks to stormwater systems and bridges. Our team ensures projects meet safety, sustainability, and regulatory standards while improving the city’s functionality and quality of life.

What You'll Do...

Provides technical leadership in the development of capital construction projects, including:

• Developing project scopes, estimates, procurement documents and technical specifications
• Reviewing internally and externally prepared project packages for technical accuracy, constructability and consistency with City standards
• Identifying construction risks, conflicts and delivery concerns and recommending changes prior to tender
• Providing construction and contract administration input to support practical and enforceable project requirements

Oversees the inspection and contract administration of multiple capital construction projects, including:

• Monitoring project schedules ,budgets, quality and contract compliance throughout the construction phase of capital projects
• Interpreting contract documents, specifications and standards and resolving technical, contractual and field issues within delegated authority
• Assessing cost, schedule, quality and contractual implications of construction issues and recommending or implementing appropriate solutions
• Negotiating changes in the work and addressing contractor performance, deficiencies, claims and disputes
• Coordinating project impacts and communications with City departments, Utilities Kingston, consultants, contractors, external agencies and the public
• Coordinates construction administration and inspection resources across the annual construction program, balancing staff and consultant assignments based on project complexity, schedule, workload and risk

Coordinates survey resources and technical support for capital and operational needs, including:

• Prioritizing and assigning survey work based on project schedules, urgency, workload and available resources
• Providing technical guidance on survey requirements, methods and field issues
• Coordinating survey support across Engineering and other City departments
• Managing survey equipment and recommending life-cycle replacement, upgrades and new technology

Develops and implements technical training, procedures and construction administration practices, including:

• Developing and delivering technical training material for construction and inspection staff
• Communicating and enforcing departmental procedures and standards
• Identifying opportunities to improve construction, inspection and contract administration practices
• Working with the Construction Supervisors and Manager, Construction to develop and implement practical, consistent and enforceable procedures, specifications and standard practices

Provides technical and contract administration support to City departments and Utilities Kingston, including:

• Interpreting construction standards, specifications and contract requirements
• Providing advice on constructability, materials, quality and field conditions
• Assisting with resolution of construction-related technical and contractual issues
• Supporting coordination where City or utility infrastructure interfaces with active capital projects

Other duties as assigned

To qualify, you'll need...

3 Year Civil Engineering Technologist Diploma or 4 year Bachelors of Applied Science – Civil Engineering

Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible experience in municipal infrastructure construction, contract administration, inspection and/or related engineering activities

Minimum 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience, including responsibility for assigning work, providing technical direction and managing staff performance

Experience Supervising Staff In a Unionized Municipal Environment Preferred

Experience administering complex municipal construction contracts involving multiple stakeholders, contractors and consultants preferred

Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation or other applicable professional designation related to civil engineering

Advanced knowledge of municipal infrastructure construction and contract administration practices

Knowledge of City of Kingston construction standards, specifications and contract administration practices preferred

Experience with municipal road, underground infrastructure and utility construction preferred

Knowledge of TAC and MTO standards and guidelines preferred

Strong knowledge and experience interpreting construction contracts, drawings, specifications, OPSS, City standards and other applicable technical requirements

Knowledge of the Construction Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and other legislation and regulations applicable to municipal construction

Strong understanding of construction quality assurance, materials testing, deficiencies and corrective action

Ability to assess and resolve technical, contractual, constructability and field issues, including consideration of cost, schedule, quality and contractor entitlement

Experience negotiating changes in work and resolving contractor performance issues, claims and disputes

Working knowledge of survey methods, construction layout, equipment and field practices

Strong organizational and resource-planning skills with the ability to coordinate staff and consultant resources across multiple concurrent construction projects

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide technical direction, negotiate solutions and communicate with contractors, consultants, staff, utilities and the public

Ability to attend active construction sites during regular and, when required, evening or overnight work periods

Ability to work in active construction environments with exposure to traffic, heavy equipment, noise, weather and uneven terrain

Must possess a valid Class G driver’s license and have access to transportation to attend construction sites and other work locations within the City

Required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check

Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation

Why us?

Join a team that’s building more than a city - we’re building a community where people thrive. At the City of Kingston, your work has real impact: safer streets, greener spaces, inclusive experiences, innovative transit, creative public spaces, and brighter futures for all.

We’re more than just a municipal government - we’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and community-builders who take pride in shaping the place we call home. As an employer, we’re committed to your growth, your well-being, and creating an environment where every voice counts. Your career is more than a job - it’s where your impact begins.

Why you’ll love it here…

We provide our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, which may include extended health coverage, travel and life insurance, and long-term disability. Specific benefits can vary depending on your role and terms of employment.

In Addition, Employees May Enjoy Access To

• OMERS defined pension plan
• Vacation entitlements
• Employee wellness and assistance programs and resources
• Ongoing training and education opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Corporate perks such as discounted transit and fitness passes
• Learning & development resources and networks
• Relocation assistance and local resources

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How to apply

Submit your online application by 11:59 PM on the job posting closing date. Click the 'APPLY HERE' button to complete your application.

Applicants must demonstrate in their submission how they meet the minimum education and experience requirements of the position. Please include any relevant education documents (degrees, diplomas, or certificates) to your profile.

Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment and selection process to support a barrier-free experience for all candidates in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations, please let us know. For more information, you can contact us at [email protected] .

Thank you to everyone who applies. While we value each application, only those advancing in the recruitment process will be contacted. All personal information will be handled in compliance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).

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Our commitment

The City of Kingston acknowledges that we are on the traditional homeland of the Anishinabek, Haudenosaunee, and the Huron-Wendat, and thanks these nations for their care and stewardship over this shared land.

Today, the City is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation.

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