Superintendent, Paving

**Dawson Construction //** **Are you looking for a chance to be part of something big, something meaningful, something important? How about keeping our vital transportation infrastructure —roads, highways and bridges — safe for B.C. families and businesses

Dawson Construction is a general residential and commercial contractor. Our heavy construction, paving and aggregate production build the roads that connect our great province. We have been involved in many of the province’s biggest and most important construction projects over the last several decades. From the Sea-to-Sky Highway to the Coquihalla and Yellowhead highways, our teams have put shovel to dirt from north to south through high-mountain passes and coastal rainforests.

Work for us and you will be a valued member of the Dawson Group, a family owned group of transportation and construction companies serving all of B.C. People First is one of our core values, and we take it seriously. As well, we pride ourselves on acting with Integrity, Excellence and Respect. These values define us and guide all the decisions we make.

In this role you will be a valued member of** Dawson Construction, **working in a permanent, full-time position of **Superintendent, Paving** reporting to the Senior Project Manager. The Superintendent of Paving will be responsible for all onsite facets of the paving process including; safety, quality, roadworks, cleanup, and commissioning and handover to the client. Your base location will be **Kamloops, B.C.** and will require some travel throughout our great province.

**WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE**
- Prioritize safety of self and others in every aspect of the job
- Provide management and direction to foremen and paving team
- A strong knowledge of paving best practices
- Work closely with the Project Manager to ensure schedules and budgets are being met
- Knowledge of all types of heavy equipment
- Attend and participate in all safety meetings and ensure team abides by safety policies on the work site
- Assist in coordinating and conducting training sessions
- Review and adhere to project schedules, ensuring milestones and completion dates are met
- Work with and oversee the performance of all sub-contractors, ensuring that work is completed accurately
- Read and interpret project plans and specifications, and ensure all employees have the information required
- Recommend ways to improve production, quality, and crew performance
- Ensure construction meets approved specifications
- Provide expertise on all pipelaying methods and processes

**WHAT YOU BRING**
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a supervisory or leadership role in the Asphalt, Paving, or related discipline
- Clean Drivers Abstract is required
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work both as part of a team and independently
- Experience with Heavy Job an asset

**BENEFITS**

Looking to be part of a well-established family-owned company? Our core values include: People First, Integrity, Respect and Excellence and as such we are committed to providing an environment that supports the growth and effectiveness of our employees and the organization. You will work for a company that offers an excellent compensation package, pension, and medical benefits, as well as learning and long-term advancement opportunities.
- The Dawson Group is expanding our reach and need people like you to join us on our journey, and to help us continue safely connecting our communities._
- We thank all who apply; however, only those short listed for an interview will be contacted._