Senior Site Manager - CANADA

Contract Scotland; Manchester; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job description

International Construction Recruitment Specialist

If you’ve been looking to start a new life in Canada and launch your construction career to new levels with one of Canada’s top employers, then this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for…

CS International are proud to be partnering with this principal contractor who are one of North America’s most collaborative and innovative commercial builders who are 100% employee owned. The majority of their work is delivered using collaborative delivery models and in addition to their strength in Construction Management, they are the Canadian leader in Integrated Project Delivery (IPD). Their approach is born out of the simple desire to help others and their process goes beyond design and construction bringing value to the communities they serve.

• Established in 1980
• Their turnover for 2024 was C$750m (£403m)
• They employ over 700 people
• The business is wholly employee owned and share in the success
• Entrepreneurial-minded organization
• Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
• Delivery of $1-15M fast-track/complex fit-out projects
• Stellar track record of delivering new build projects from $30M - $200M (Lump Sum, IPD, CM, D&B, PDB)

Job Description

As a Senior Superintendent, you will be responsible for the management of all field and site-specific construction activities, including the company Production System, project design, budget, schedule, performance, subtrades, and profitability of commercial construction projects. Communication is important to you and you are comfortable regularly communicating with the project manager and the client to stay ahead of all changes and requirements.

As Senior Superintendent, you will also be responsible for providing direction and leading and mentoring staff in the field. You are familiar with the tools and equipment needed to get the job done right and inspecting them and the equipment you have on site regularly comes second nature to you.

• You will be used to continuously monitoring project budget and forecasting to the individual phase code level and cost type for potential gains and losses
• Ensure third party construction monitoring/testing is being conducted in accordance with contract specifications
• Identify the training needs of field staff is a priority to you and you are comfortable assisting with training where qualified, and support apprenticeship programs as required
• Safety is a priority to you and you can steward the safety of all personnel on the job site and immediately address risks as they arise.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years experience in commercial construction for a large general contractor
• Ten or more years experience as a superintendent for a large general contractor
• Experience with end to end construction projects
• Health & Safety Awareness (5 Steps) training required

The salary range on offer for this role will be up to C$168,000 (£90,500k) + Bonuses + Share options + Benefits + Relocation Assistance/Allowance

To qualify for this fantastic opportunity, the successful candidate must have previous experience of delivering £10-£30m projects from start to finish, can demonstrate consistent employment and meet the visa requirements to be able to live and work in Canada – assistance and costs of visas will be met by the company and full advice and guidance will be offered.

This campaign is just getting underway, and interviews will be held in the UK/virtually, and even in Canada, so if you're ready to start a new life and career in Canada and be part of something meaningful and make a real difference, then get in touch.

Reach out to us via [e-mail], or on 01786 446651.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Project Management

Industries

Construction, Building Construction, and Civil Engineering