Construction Site Lead

**Are you looking to uplevel and become a Site Supervisor?**

Big Block is the most efficient way to build housing supply in the Prairie Provinces. As a development partner, we are advancing the way multi-unit and mixed-use housing options are built in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and British Columbia. Our streamlined process for shovel readiness, integrated design, and advanced construction expands capacity and unlocks opportunities to build turn-key residential buildings in half the time, with no risk, and no change orders.

With each project, we help leaders of organizations build capacity so they can efficiently and effectively help underserved individuals through adequate, affordable, accessible, suitable, and appropriate housing. We share our expertise from concept to completion - ensuring developments are sustainable for generations to come. **We are looking for an exceptional site lead who will support our construction team and be an onsite worker, helping build communities at full throttle, all the while, upleveling their skills and working towards becoming a Site Supervisor. The Site Lead plays a fundamental role in supporting all aspects of construction so that the project is completed on time and on budget.**

Overview
You’re a good fit if
- **You’re a team player and you have ambition to become a Site Supervisor**:

- you are patient, yet driven, enjoy working as a team, and you want to uplevel your skills to become a Site Supervisor.
- **You’re experienced in residential construction and have carpentry skills**:

- you have successfully supported on a residential build site in the past and have experience in carpentry.
- **Your time management and self
- management are on point**:

- you are self-driven and can maintain a schedule with limited supervision.

Our Culture
- INNOVATIVE - we are courageous through creativity
- COLLABORATIVE - we leverage shared knowledge
- EXCEPTIONAL - we challenge the status quo
- HONEST - we build trust through transparency
- TENACIOUS - we follow through and we never give up
- FUN - we work hard, and we play hard

**Responsibilities**:

- Support the Site Superintendent in the day-to-day operation of a residential construction site.
- Have a good understanding of the build.
- Manual labour tasks, such as snow removal, moving framing materials and general clean up on the site and buildings.
- Minor framing tasks, such as adding blocking, shimming, setting exterior doors, etc.
- Heavy lifting may be required, such as moving temporary walkways and small heaters.
- Duties may vary depending on previous work experience.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Guide and mentor the site labourer.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports.
- Pickup/ deliver and load/ unload materials and move materials to the work area.
- Assist with the preparation of modular units prior to craning including the use of power tools.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the job site.

Qualifications, Education and Experience
- Experience with residential construction (multi-family considered an asset) is required, 1-3 years minimum.
- Level 1 or 2 Carpentry a big asset.
- Hard-working, organized, and self-driven; able to work independently and as part of a team with limited supervision at times.
- Knowledge and experience with various carpentry/ construction skills.
- Able to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and own reliable transportation.
- Should have the ability to use basic power tools and be able to lift up to 50lbs.
- Preferred if have some personal basic tools.
- Must own a pair of steel toe work boots.

Salary will be determined depending on experience.

Big Block Construction values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. To us, diversity means recognizing, appreciating, and honoring individual differences. We are all stronger when creating opportunities and environments that leverage each person’s abilities, interests, and skills.

How to Apply

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Regina, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- carpentry/ construction: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person