Superintendent, Construction

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Dexter Construction Company, part of the Municipal Group of Companies, is a large, diversified construction company engaged in all major aspects of the heavy civil construction industry within the Atlantic Provinces. We have exciting opportunities for an experienced Superintendent to join our expanding teams based out of our Amherst, NS office.

The Superintendent coordinates all activities for the site and supervises all field personnel as required to successfully complete the project on schedule and within budget. The Superintendent is responsible for maintaining the highest quality of work, supervising all trade and field personnel, and administering good construction safety practices with all on‑site activities.

• Ensure a safe work environment for themselves and fellow employees in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task;
• Ensure that the field operations are well organized and efficient in the respective operation;
• Participate in establishing goals and objectives for the field operations of the company;
• Ensure the planning process is followed, including meeting the Critical Path schedule as developed by the Project Management team;
• Ensure that construction budget targets are met or exceeded, through on‑site supervision and helping to establish action plans to beat the budget;
• Trouble‑shoot difficult construction problems;
• Provide ongoing support to personnel to help identify and remove obstacles that impact construction progress and to identify and implement profit improvement strategies as needed;
• Requisition materials and furnish information for proper costing of invoices;
• Review project job cost reports regularly and ensure project profitability;
• Any other duties as required.

• 5‑10 years of previous experience in a multi‑discipline construction environment;
• Civil Engineering background (i.e., CET) or equivalent experience;
• High attention to detail in completing work tasks;
• Must be knowledgeable in all aspects of civil construction;
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning;
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures;
• Able to deal with people tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times;
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing;
• Flexible to travel to various company construction projects across Atlantic Canada;
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required;
• Working safely is a condition of employment.

The Superintendent will require the use of PPE, hard hat, steel toe boots, and reflective vest to minimize risk on the worksite. Other travel on behalf of the company may be necessary to represent the Company or Project.

A comprehensive pension and benefits package are offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.

Completed applications should be submitted to:
Human Resources, Attention:
Emily Siepierski,
Via Email: .
Please reference "Superintendent" and the location you are applying for in the subject line.

We are an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested candidates to submit a detailed resume.
We would like to thank all those who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.