Construction Superintendent

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Construction Site Superintendent to oversee the day-to-day delivery of construction projects throughout the Halifax Regional Municipality. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for coordinating trades, maintaining schedules, monitoring quality and ensuring all work is completed safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate is a confident site leader with strong construction knowledge, excellent organizational skills and a proven ability to keep projects and people moving forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily construction activities and overall site operations.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, suppliers, deliveries and equipment.
• Review project plans, specifications, schedules and scopes of work.
• Monitor project progress and proactively address delays or site challenges.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure workmanship meets project standards.
• Enforce occupational health and safety requirements and company procedures.
• Lead site orientations, toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Maintain accurate daily logs, progress reports and site documentation.
• Coordinate inspections and work with consultants, engineers and authorities.
• Identify deficiencies and ensure corrective work is completed promptly.
• Monitor materials, labour requirements and site productivity.
• Communicate project updates, risks and changes to the Project Manager.
• Support commissioning, closeout and turnover activities.
• Maintain a professional, organized and respectful worksite.

Qualifications

• At least five years of construction-site experience, including experience in a supervisory or superintendent role.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, drawings and specifications.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating multiple trades and subcontractors.
• Knowledge of Nova Scotia occupational health and safety requirements and applicable building codes.
• Strong leadership, communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable using email, scheduling tools and construction-management software.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation.
• First Aid, WHMIS and safety certifications are considered assets.
• Red Seal certification, technical training or construction-management education is an asset.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle, depending on the role.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• A supportive team environment with interesting projects throughout HRM.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.