Supervisor, Construction Projects

Friday, November 15, 2024

Current Rate of Pay: Min = $50.59/hr, Max = $58.65/hr

Employment type: Temporary Contract

Duration of employment: 12 months

Hours of work: 35 hrs/week

Work location: Restoration Services Centre

Division: Restoration and Infrastructure

Business unit: Construction Services

Travel: 10%

Remote Work: Hybrid 60%

About TRCA:

With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.

TRCA is considered the provincial leader in conserving, restoring, and managing natural resources to advance safe and sustainable development.

To apply to this posting, click on the “Apply” icon. Please submit your resume and cover letter in one PDF or Word file prior to 11:59 pm on November 29, 2024.

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:

The Supervisor, Construction Projects is responsible for providing field expertise and professional leadership throughout the full project lifecycle of assigned construction projects. This includes providing input on designs and detailed construction estimates while supervising multiple work crews and contractors.

Major Responsibilities:

• Oversees Construction Services projects from early concept to the final stages of implementation and project closeout.
• Schedules the implementation of construction projects as assigned.
• Determines and ensures project equipment, material and documentation needs are acquired.
• Conducts logistical meetings with internal and external project partners.
• Coordinates on-site scheduling with other TRCA crews (I.e., survey, forestry) or contractors to prepare site for construction activities.
• Leads active construction:
• Coordinates on-site scheduling with survey crew to complete updated site layout/project deficiencies.
• Prepares and maintains concise records associated with project implementation and/or contracts as required.
• Provides weekly project updates to both the project management and construction services team, providing recommendations to any ongoing challenges.
• Ensures that construction works are completed as per approved detailed design drawings.
• Reviews variance reports and daily work reports throughout various stages of the project, monitoring budget costs, purchase orders, etc.
• Ensures all on-site health and safety documents, inspections, hazard assessments, training are completed in the appropriate timeframe.
• Serves as a technical subject matter expert for onsite construction management.
• Monitors budget and timeline and develops strategies to mitigate any variances to the project plan.
• Leads a team in daily/weekly duties within a business unit/division or at a site, delegating tasks and supporting the development of the people on the team.
• Leads a team of staff and ensures that team members understand expectations; communicates schedule, tasks and discusses priorities of items.
• Communicates with team members regularly to assess workload and status of activities, amends work and reassigns staff as needed to direct workflow and accommodate for any situational circumstances.
• Supports onboarding and provides on-the-job training and support as needed for individuals; also identifies any gaps in or potential improvement areas for training, development, process, resources, or procedures.
• Manages employee performance and individual team performance.
• Ensures resources are in place to manage day-to-day workload, providing immediate supervisors with recommendations for budget/resource requirements to meet future workload and project needs.
• Ensures staff/volunteers/contractors, as applicable, comply with health & safety policies, and other TRCA policies, as applicable in various work environments.

What will you need to succeed:

Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)

• Post-secondary diploma or degree Resource/Environmental/ Construction Management or a related field or equivalent experience.

Experience

• 4+ years of progressive experience in construction.
• 1+ years of progressive managerial, supervisory or project management experience.

Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies

• Familiar with current construction and restoration best practices.
• Sound understanding of logistics management of heavy equipment.
• Proficiency in the operation, maintenance and repair of vehicles/equipment and facilities.
• Advanced mathematical abilities (e.g., ratios, rates, percentages, basic geometry).
• Demonstrates responsiveness to internal and external customer requests and needs.
• Ability to use critical thinking to evaluate problems, gather information, understand causes, and identify best possible solutions.
• Knowledge of best management practices, and up-to-date knowledge of mitigation and controls, as well as safe work procedures.
• Strong budget management and cost control skills; able to address variances and manage ongoing risks while managing multiple deadlines/work processes.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, related Regulations and legislation.

What TRCA has to offer you:

As part of a progressive team you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact to preserving and protecting nature, while maintaining a balance between the natural environment and built environment. Working with experts within our field, you will join a team of colleagues that are committed to TRCA’s core values by demonstrating the following behaviours: integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (icare).

You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that:

• Makes a positive difference in the communities we serve.
• Fosters high performance and collaborative teams.
• Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program (including Defined Benefit Pension Plan – OMERS/OTPP).
• Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-Up Program.
• Provides flexible work arrangements.
• Offers potential for career growth and advancement.

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) may be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening and/or driver’s abstract check as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

TRCA is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Personal information you provide through the TRCA recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 101 Exchange Avenue, Vaughan, Ontario, L4K 5R6, (437) 880 2308.