Superintendent
Turner Construction | Canada
Date: 4 days ago
City: Vancouver, British Columbia
Contract type: Full time
Division: Canada - Vancouver
Project Location(s): Vancouver, BC V5K 0A1 CAN
Minimum Years Experience:
Travel Involved:
Job Type: Regular
Job Classification: Experienced
Education:
Job Family: Construction
Compensation: Salaried Exempt
About Turner Construction
Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse market segments. The company has earned recognition for undertaking large and complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for their clients, employees, and community. With a staff of over 11,000 employees (about the seating capacity of Cameron basketball stadium at Duke University), the company completes $15 billion (about $46 per person in the US) in construction on 1,500 projects each year. Turner offers clients the accessibility and support of a local firm with the stability and resources of a multi-national organization.
Our vision is to be the highest value provider of global construction services and technical expertise. We plan and deliver building projects of all types and sizes-schools and hospitals, stadiums and museums, airports, data centers, offices and more-throughout North America and in 30 countries around the world. Our reputation for integrity, working safely, delivering complex and challenging projects, and driving innovation to bring our whole industry forward has been earned over many years.
Canadian Presence – Vancouver
Our local team consists of 160+ highly dedicated professionals, whose unique experience includes projects in various market sectors, including but not limited to commercial buildings and interiors, higher education, healthcare, industrial, and government. We are proud to have been awarded one of BC's 2023 Top 100 Employers, and to have representation on the 40 Under 40 in Canadian Construction list.
Position Description
Lead, oversee, direct, and coordinate construction field activities and performance of subcontractors and Turner Self-Perform Operations (SPO) staff for specific area or for small project in absence of Project Superintendent. Ensure adherence to safety, schedule delivery, quality of work performed, and budget.
Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities
Oversee and make decisions related to project activities in compliance with approved contract documents, scheduling, logistics, quality control, field operations, and WIP and subcontractors and Turner Self-Perform Operations (SPO) staffing levels, provide technical and jobsite planning guidance.
Manage and align General Requirements and General Conditions (GR/GC) within project budget.
Manage project mock-ups and oversee associated testing, review, and approval as applicable.
Ensure acquisition of required project permits and insurance, keep current for term of project, and serve as liaison with inspection agencies.
Oversee work among assigned trades to promote coordinated project operations.
Establish and maintain relationships with subcontractors’ Trade staff.
Resolve local area problems regarding procedures, precedence, design clarifications, equipment schedule, and other related matters.
Develop and manage jobsite safety program in collaboration with EH&S team and ensure subcontractor compliance with Turner standards and safety codes and regulations.
Create and communicate schedules and determine sequencing of work to project stakeholders and staff.
Identify schedule risks and develop, communicate, and implement recovery strategies to maintain project schedule.
Identify, investigate, manage, and resolve field issues and communicate with relevant project stakeholders, escalate to project leadership as needed.
Manage and verify billing process for Work In Place (WIP) and oversee monthly estimate of work completed, payrolls, material invoices, and subcontractor payment applications.
Manage work performed to ensure installation in compliance and conformity to approved contract documents.
May serve as Stormwater Compliance Coordinator (SCC) in accordance with Turner’s Stormwater Compliance Program.
Apply basic continuous improvement concepts and practices to work efficiently, enhance programs, coordinate and reduce waste.
May supervise team of Superintendent employees, may oversee Field Engineers and Interns, and participate in hiring process, onboard and deliver timely performance feedback for direct reports, execute/contribute to performance appraisals during annual performance cycle, utilize talent management systems, and identify appropriate training to help with development needs.
Other Duties, Actions, And Responsibilities As Assigned.
What We Offer
At Turner, we appreciate the strength that every member brings. As you offer your unique knowledge and help carry our company forward, we guarantee to support you in your individual growth journey.
The annual base salary range for this position may be $105,000 to $145,000, depending on experience and fit. Besides a competitive base compensation, we offer a thorough benefits program including End of Year Premium Pay, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, Summer Fridays, gym access, referral bonus program, regular social events, soft and hard skill training opportunities, and much more!
Opportunities
Community & Citizenship Committee: Come join our C&C Committee to get involved in facilitating and coordinating various community-oriented initiatives and projects that align with the company’s values and objectives. This committee brings Turner and the community together by fostering positive relationships and creating a sense of social responsibility among employees.
Social Committee: Opportunity to get involved with social committee that focuses on organizing and managing social and recreational activities for employees. This committee plays a significant role in enhancing the workplace environment and improves overall employee morale. It creates a positive and engaging workplace atmosphere.
Growth and Development: Turner provides constant support to their employees by using tools to review employees’ capabilities, accomplishments, and progress. These are in place to ensure all team members have constant check-ins, feedback sessions and goals settings to ensure they are performing at their best and get the support needed to grow professionally.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The following descriptions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions. The employee frequently views a computer monitor, is required to sit, handle objects, tools, or control, and reach with hands, talk, and hear.
How to Apply
We are always looking for talented people who fit our positive culture and are passionate about what they do. If you feel Turner is for you, here is how to apply:
The salary range for this position is estimated to be 105,000.00 - 145,000.00 annualized.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Construction or similar, and minimum of 4 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Working knowledge of construction engineering principles and techniques, field supervision, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, general contract, general conditions, subcontract documents, drawings and specifications and basic understanding of construction accounting procedures
Extensive experience in Safety
Knowledgeable of building construction materials, systems, market conditions, trade practices
Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule
Able to work with minimal information and quickly develop understanding of project requirements
Apply critical thinking to make sound decisions
Project management of competing demands and meet established deadlines
Able to build relationships across project to facilitate work productivity
Professional verbal and written communication skills
Familiar with continuous improvement methodologies
Supervisory and management experience
Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications
Turner Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available, including for applicants with disabilities, in the application and recruitment process, upon request.
Project Location(s): Vancouver, BC V5K 0A1 CAN
Minimum Years Experience:
Travel Involved:
Job Type: Regular
Job Classification: Experienced
Education:
Job Family: Construction
Compensation: Salaried Exempt
About Turner Construction
Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse market segments. The company has earned recognition for undertaking large and complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for their clients, employees, and community. With a staff of over 11,000 employees (about the seating capacity of Cameron basketball stadium at Duke University), the company completes $15 billion (about $46 per person in the US) in construction on 1,500 projects each year. Turner offers clients the accessibility and support of a local firm with the stability and resources of a multi-national organization.
Our vision is to be the highest value provider of global construction services and technical expertise. We plan and deliver building projects of all types and sizes-schools and hospitals, stadiums and museums, airports, data centers, offices and more-throughout North America and in 30 countries around the world. Our reputation for integrity, working safely, delivering complex and challenging projects, and driving innovation to bring our whole industry forward has been earned over many years.
Canadian Presence – Vancouver
Our local team consists of 160+ highly dedicated professionals, whose unique experience includes projects in various market sectors, including but not limited to commercial buildings and interiors, higher education, healthcare, industrial, and government. We are proud to have been awarded one of BC's 2023 Top 100 Employers, and to have representation on the 40 Under 40 in Canadian Construction list.
Position Description
Lead, oversee, direct, and coordinate construction field activities and performance of subcontractors and Turner Self-Perform Operations (SPO) staff for specific area or for small project in absence of Project Superintendent. Ensure adherence to safety, schedule delivery, quality of work performed, and budget.
Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities
Oversee and make decisions related to project activities in compliance with approved contract documents, scheduling, logistics, quality control, field operations, and WIP and subcontractors and Turner Self-Perform Operations (SPO) staffing levels, provide technical and jobsite planning guidance.
Manage and align General Requirements and General Conditions (GR/GC) within project budget.
Manage project mock-ups and oversee associated testing, review, and approval as applicable.
Ensure acquisition of required project permits and insurance, keep current for term of project, and serve as liaison with inspection agencies.
Oversee work among assigned trades to promote coordinated project operations.
Establish and maintain relationships with subcontractors’ Trade staff.
Resolve local area problems regarding procedures, precedence, design clarifications, equipment schedule, and other related matters.
Develop and manage jobsite safety program in collaboration with EH&S team and ensure subcontractor compliance with Turner standards and safety codes and regulations.
Create and communicate schedules and determine sequencing of work to project stakeholders and staff.
Identify schedule risks and develop, communicate, and implement recovery strategies to maintain project schedule.
Identify, investigate, manage, and resolve field issues and communicate with relevant project stakeholders, escalate to project leadership as needed.
Manage and verify billing process for Work In Place (WIP) and oversee monthly estimate of work completed, payrolls, material invoices, and subcontractor payment applications.
Manage work performed to ensure installation in compliance and conformity to approved contract documents.
May serve as Stormwater Compliance Coordinator (SCC) in accordance with Turner’s Stormwater Compliance Program.
Apply basic continuous improvement concepts and practices to work efficiently, enhance programs, coordinate and reduce waste.
May supervise team of Superintendent employees, may oversee Field Engineers and Interns, and participate in hiring process, onboard and deliver timely performance feedback for direct reports, execute/contribute to performance appraisals during annual performance cycle, utilize talent management systems, and identify appropriate training to help with development needs.
Other Duties, Actions, And Responsibilities As Assigned.
What We Offer
At Turner, we appreciate the strength that every member brings. As you offer your unique knowledge and help carry our company forward, we guarantee to support you in your individual growth journey.
The annual base salary range for this position may be $105,000 to $145,000, depending on experience and fit. Besides a competitive base compensation, we offer a thorough benefits program including End of Year Premium Pay, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, Summer Fridays, gym access, referral bonus program, regular social events, soft and hard skill training opportunities, and much more!
Opportunities
Community & Citizenship Committee: Come join our C&C Committee to get involved in facilitating and coordinating various community-oriented initiatives and projects that align with the company’s values and objectives. This committee brings Turner and the community together by fostering positive relationships and creating a sense of social responsibility among employees.
Social Committee: Opportunity to get involved with social committee that focuses on organizing and managing social and recreational activities for employees. This committee plays a significant role in enhancing the workplace environment and improves overall employee morale. It creates a positive and engaging workplace atmosphere.
Growth and Development: Turner provides constant support to their employees by using tools to review employees’ capabilities, accomplishments, and progress. These are in place to ensure all team members have constant check-ins, feedback sessions and goals settings to ensure they are performing at their best and get the support needed to grow professionally.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The following descriptions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions. The employee frequently views a computer monitor, is required to sit, handle objects, tools, or control, and reach with hands, talk, and hear.
How to Apply
We are always looking for talented people who fit our positive culture and are passionate about what they do. If you feel Turner is for you, here is how to apply:
- Click ‘apply’ on this page.
- Add your cover letter and resume to our Careers Portal.
- Connect with one of our Turner team members through LinkedIn.
The salary range for this position is estimated to be 105,000.00 - 145,000.00 annualized.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Construction or similar, and minimum of 4 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Working knowledge of construction engineering principles and techniques, field supervision, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, general contract, general conditions, subcontract documents, drawings and specifications and basic understanding of construction accounting procedures
Extensive experience in Safety
Knowledgeable of building construction materials, systems, market conditions, trade practices
Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule
Able to work with minimal information and quickly develop understanding of project requirements
Apply critical thinking to make sound decisions
Project management of competing demands and meet established deadlines
Able to build relationships across project to facilitate work productivity
Professional verbal and written communication skills
Familiar with continuous improvement methodologies
Supervisory and management experience
Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications
Turner Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available, including for applicants with disabilities, in the application and recruitment process, upon request.
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