Site Superintendent

Tartan Homes Corporation

Tartan Homes Corporation is an Ottawa new home builder that has been building new communities across Canada's capital for over 50 years.

Work Description

The Site Superintendent manages and oversees all aspects of their assigned residential construction projects. This includes but is not limited to overseeing field operations, site safety, assigning tasks to the carpentry and labour team, monitoring productivity, scheduling of trades and ensuring the quality of the workmanship with regards to servicing the new homes. The Site Superintendent provides technical support to the construction team and trades on site and ensures that we are able to deliver a quality home in a timely manner to the Tartan clients.

Major Responsibilities:

Site Superintendent

• Manage all services required for the construction of a new home: such as the excavation of foundations, framing, installation of flooring, cabinetry, counters, painting, as well as the coordination of plumbing, and electrical servicing.
• Direct the day-to-day onsite activities, such as staffing requirements, trades services, material deliveries, homeowner visits and coordination that is required with the service team for PDI's and pre-move inspections.
• Develop and maintain construction and site management plan. Organize and lead site meetings when needed.
• Manage on-time delivery for each individual home that is being constructed in the sub-division.
• Ensuring that the construction is completed in accordance with Tartan's specifications and quality standards.
• Coordinate all activities between site, trades, and suppliers. Troubleshoot issues that may arise during construction of the new homes. Escalate issues to the Construction Site Manager when delivery of the home will be delayed, or when the quality of the home will be compromised. Resolve field construction issues.
• Complete all inspections (i.e. excavation, footing, foundation, framing etc.) as per Tartan policy.
• Approve Variable Purchase Orders (VPOs) in accordance with company policies.
• Support the Customer Service team as needed. Respond to inquiries from the Customer Service Manager, the inspectors or any of the Customer Service team to ensure the timely response back to the homeowner.
• Ensure Tartan is compliant with the site safety program by conducting daily safety checks.
• Manage relationships with the governing municipality inspectors, coordinate with inspectors to finalize grading for each individual unit.
• Schedule all mandatory municipal inspections and E-Star inspections and obtain occupancy permits when construction of home is complete.
• Maintain quality control program and standards of quality that are in accordance with the Tartan quality standards.
• Ensure installation accuracy for all unit finishes and upgrades, coordinate with construction team to repair any finishes that do not meet the specifications.
• Manage accuracy of trade progress and completion claims by certifying work has been complete for all invoices received.
• Monitor and maintain clean construction sites, throughout all stages of construction.
• Complete courtesy walkthroughs with purchasers or designated attendee at framing stage.
• Ensure Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDIs) occur and PDI deficiency lists are completed prior to closing each home.
• Complete all other related tasks as required.

Statement of Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A high school diploma is required, college diploma an asset (i.e.: architectural studies or a program in construction management).
• Minimum 10 years in residential construction site experience is required for this role.
• Experience working onsite in a leadership capacity for a minimum of 5 years is required.
• Solid understanding of residential construction methods and blueprint reading are necessary.
• Sound knowledge of construction execution, best practices, Ontario Building Codes and e-star and net-zero specifications.
• Superior leadership skills, with prior experience managing a team of 5 or more employees.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills to maintain interpersonal relationships at all levels.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook).
• Bilingualism (French/English) is considered an asset.
  
• Must have valid driver's license.

Physical/Sensory Effort/Work Environment

• Residential construction site.
• Must be of good physical condition to perform various duties on site.
• Must be able to walk, stand, or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors in all seasons in all weather conditions.
• Overtime as required.

Application
All candidates are asked to apply via the following link: Any questions regarding the position can be directed to

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Accommodation
The Taggart Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental handicap, or financial ability.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with a Disabilities Act, we're committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or special assistance, please send an email to with your request. Your information will be treated as confidential.