Bridge Superintendent

Bridge Superintendent

**Requisition ID**:13140

**Location**:Edmonton, AB, CA, T5J 2J1

**Pay Type**:Hourly

**COMPANY OVERVIEW**

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers’ greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**
Reporting to the Project Manager, the **Bridge Superintendent** is responsible for overseeing daily bridge operations, coordinating and organizing crews for production and maintenance. The Bridge Superintendent, working closely with the Project Manager, is responsible for ensuring inventories of supplies and materials are maintained and the bridge is being operated safely, on budget and in compliance with specifications and customer expectations.

The Bridge Superintendent contributes to organizational excellence by continually promoting a culture of agility, collaboration and empowerment enabling continuous improvement.

**WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH**
- Ensure and promote safe working conditions by enforcing all health, safety, and environmental regulations, while providing visible and consistent safety leadership across all levels of personnel.
- Oversee and manage the full project lifecycle, including scheduling all phases of construction, monitoring progress against timelines, and updating schedules to meet deadlines and client expectations.
- Lead daily coordination of crews, equipment, and materials, supporting foremen with task planning and ensuring efficient resource allocation to maintain productivity and quality standards.
- Monitor project performance through regular job cost reviews and reporting, identifying deficiencies and addressing potential issues proactively to stay within budget and meet financial targets.
- Maintain strong working relationships with clients, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors through effective communication, consistent site presence, and regular project meetings.
- Supervise and mentor foremen, ensuring they follow established procedures, adhere to quality specifications, and develop leadership skills necessary for team success.
- Oversee documentation, including accurate and timely reporting of time, production, material usage, and compliance with company and client requirements.
- Ensure coordination between operations, subcontractors, and support departments to resolve maintenance and operational issues, and maintain alignment with quality and budget expectations.
- Enforce compliance with environmental regulations, community communication requirements, and all relevant safety procedures, including participation in audits, investigations, and joint safety committees.
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

**WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR**
**Education**:High School Diploma
**Field of Study Preferred**:N/A
**Required Work Experience**:Minimum of 5 years of bridge construction experience. Supervisory experience would be an asset. Experience in the asphalt/aggregate industry and unionized environments preferred
**Travel Requirements**: N/A

**Additional Requirements**:

- Proven team leadership with strong communication, negotiation, and change management skills
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical abilities, and ability to work independently
- Ability to foster and maintain a strong safety culture
- High capacity to perform under pressure and stress
- Demonstrated competencies in leading people, conflict management, motivating others, developing direct reports, driving results, and customer focus
- Must be physically capable of crouching, bending, lifting, and kneeling
- Proven record of following safe work procedures and completing field risk assessments
- Must exercise sound judgment, work safely, and communicate effectively in a team environment

**WHAT WE OFFER**
- Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents
- A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life
- Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning
- Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges
- Easy access to mental health and we