Construction Site Manager/ Superintendent

toronto, on

WHO WE ARE

Govan Brown is a national construction firm headquartered in Toronto. Our expertise is in commercial interiors and core & shell construction. Since 1994, we’ve demonstrated excellence through our commitment to exceptional service, quality work and innovation. We provide an environment that engages our people, encourages strong work ethics, fosters growth and development, and supports the communities in which we work. Govan Brown is recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies and one of Canada's Top 40 Contractors.

COOL PERKS WE OFFER

Summer hours: Get a head start on your weekends from Victoria Day through Thanksgiving

Fun Team and Volunteer Events: Enjoy the opportunity to socialize with team members at events and volunteer activities within the community.

Service and Referral Rewards : We appreciate our employees’ commitment to our success and growth through various creative rewards, (including a personalized bobblehead for a key milestone!)

Green Space : Enjoy the fresh air and amazing view from our outdoor space, patio and BBQ facilities. And let’s not forget our beloved bees (affectionately known as The GBees).

Professional Development & Training : Expand your knowledge through various internal training programs and support of your professional certification goals.

Health & Dental Benefits: Such as prescription drug coverage, medical services, dental and vision as well as a Health Spending Account of $750 (minimum) to use as you like to top up our benefit programs.

Our Workplace : On-site gym, games room, weekly fruit deliveries and free on-site parking.

Family-Friendly Environment: Our culture extends beyond our employees with family friendly events and we furry friends are welcomed at our office.

Wellness & Life Balance: Through our Employee Assistance Program we offer wellness tools for employees and their families, as well as a minimum of 3 weeks of vacation.

Investing in your future: We offer a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 5% match and an Employee Share Purchase Program (ESPP).

Safety: We prioritize safety at GB, with daily safety activities woven into our operations and safety programming throughout the year. We also offer a $400 Boot Allowance every two years to ensure employees have access to CSA approved safety boots.

OUR OPPORTUNITY

We’re searching for a Construction Site Manager / Construction Superintendent to join our Building Group team. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your outstanding leadership skills and keen knowledge of ground-up construction to oversee and manage all on-site construction activities while ensuring client projects are executed safely, successfully and in alignment with quality, schedule and financial goals.

Your responsibilities will include:

Maximize site productivity by managing and coordinating the work performance, quality and efficiency of labourers and subcontractors in relation to the sub-contract scope and overall budget

Interpret plans and specifications according to the scope of the project, ensuring compliance with working drawings and specifications

Manage internal labour team and subcontractor activities to ensure adherence to the project construction schedule, scopes of work related to the sub-contract and budget

Liaise effectively and maintain regular communication with all Project Stakeholders including but limited to weekly foreman’s/site meetings, JHSC meetings

Create a safe work environment by implementing strict Health & Safety guidelines on site and ensuring compliance with all related legislation and safe practices

Exercise legal due diligence, including maintenance of a daily job history log, inspecting workmanship to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and identifying resources required to mitigate potential risks and hazards

Oversee project close out activities, including quick resolution of deficiencies and site cleanup

Planning and implementing construction means/methods, schedules, productivity, innovations, site logistics and coordinating with all related stakeholders

Oversee project close-out activities such as final inspections, deficiencies, warranty work and site demobilization

WHAT YOU BRING

6+ years of managing construction project sites in the ICI sector.

Experience managing base build/core & shell/repositioning construction projects, with Mass Timber construction being an asset.

P. Eng., PMP, GSC and/or LEED certifications being assets.

Strong scheduling skills including but not limited to monthly progress schedules, micro schedule/task plans and two-week lookaheads.

Strong leadership skills to effectively hold others accountable for producing quality work

Solid understanding of basic layout principles and geodetic datums including related instruments.

Relationship savvy and interpersonal skills to demand the respect of all stakeholders.

Understanding of applicable health and safety and construction-related legislation.

Exceptional time management to prioritize activities and allocate resources effectively.

Commitment to recognizing and mitigating risks.

Strong negotiation and dispute resolution skills.

High degree of integrity, honesty and ethics.

Computer proficiency in MS Project, Excel and Outlook.

A valid class G Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle required for project travel.

YOUR WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

Office location is 108 Vine Avenue, Toronto .

Exposure to construction work site environment in all seasons across the GTA.

This is not a hybrid or remote role.

Govan Brown is an equal opportunity employer, and we would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that we will only be contacting the candidates under consideration.