Site Superintendent

**WHY UNITECH?**:
We are passionate about collaboration. Our company believes in collaborative construction, which means that we are a united front that welcomes all employees with open arms and do a good job, have a little fun, and make a little money. We incorporate this into every part of every project and business. Whether you are new to the construction industry or experienced, Unitech believes in investing in our people.

**Job Title: Site Superintendent**

**Location: Squamish, BC**

**Position Type: Full-time**

**JOB SUMMARY**:
As Unitech’s Superintendent you will be resourceful, intelligent, confident and dedicated professional who is committed to building our clients trust through clarity and integrity. You will be fair, fun and firm team player who will be the yes and ears for our clients on our construction sites.

**Key Qualifications**
- Minimum 5 years onsite construction experience, preferably in concrete forming
- Level 1 (minimum) First Aid certification and knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS)
- Good working knowledge of current construction methods, materials, procedures, drawings, specifications and building codes
- Self-motivated, creative thinking, organized, and efficient
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work with a service-oriented attitude, courtesy, tact and diplomacy under stressful situations with constant interruption.
- Budgeting and estimating skills (computer word processing and spreadsheet programs an asset).
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of employment and other designated information.
- Ability to effectively manage time, responsibilities and priorities.
- Proficient with computers, multifunctional processing units, telephones and faxes.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and skills in keyboarding.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Seismic upgrade, concrete experience and computer skills an asset
- Past experience superintending projects that have utilized Lean Construction tools and Integrated Project Delivery procurement an asset.

**Compensation Package**

Unitech offers a generous compensation package where wage/salary will be commensurate with experience. In addition, Unitech will offer the following:

- Extended health, dental and vision
- Disability and life insurance
- 100% tuition reimbursement
- RRSP Matching
- Wellness Programs
- Flexible schedule
- Company events

**The key job responsibilities required for this role includes the following but not limited to**:

- Ensure everyone, including you, is working safely on site and adhering to Unitech’s health and safety program and Work Safe standards and inform your direct supervisor of any discrepancies
- Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of all workers on site.
- Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate the work activities of all trades.
- Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity.
- Review all revisions, changes and additions to trade contracts with trade contractors, the Project Manager and consultants.
- Ensure standards for safe working conditions are observed by all persons on site at all times.
- Ensure Unitech’s Occupational Health and Safety Program is being followed throughout the project and immediately notify the Project Manager and Health & Safety Administrator of ANY safety violations, WCB visits, accident reports, and corrective actions observed.
- Be responsible for hiring, wages rates, and promotions within the guidelines for site personnel established between Unitech (in coordination with the Project Manager) and the client.
- Plan and organizing on the job training as required during the progress of the work.
- Work with the crew “on the tools” to impart efficient procedures and ‘the tricks of the trade’ whenever possible.
- Requisition materials and supplies using Unitech’s standard site PO system for minor, site initiated purchases.
- Verify all deliveries and turn over signed off packing slips to the Project Manager at appropriate intervals
- Complete and send Unitech standard Daily Reports to the Project Manager not later than first thing the morning following.
- Participate in monthly meetings with the Owner, Project Manager, Consultants, Trade Contractors to review the current work status and any action needed to keep the project within budget and on schedule.
- Review and advised the Project Manager on all scheduling issues throughout construction.
- Advise the Project Manager whether Trade Contract progress invoicing accurately represents progress of the work.
- Ensure all construction materials, equipment, and supplies are in compliance with the contract documents, shop drawings, and submittals.
- Ensure workmanship is in compliance with the approved plans, specifications, current shop drawings and referenced standards
- Continuous monitoring of quality and coordination of Trade Contractors’ work until workmanship have obtain