General Superintendent

Position Description Join the Award-Winning Team at PDI Group of Companies

We don’t just tear things down; we clear the way for what’s next. At PDI Group of Companies, we’re proud to lead the industry with award-winning projects, cutting-edge equipment and a team-first mindset. From major infrastructure removals to complex, high-risk takedowns, our work has earned us global recognition, including multiple World Demolition Awards and repeat spots on Canada’s Best Managed Companies List.

We take safety seriously. It’s at the core of everything we do. With an in-house safety team, engineering department, extensive training programs, and a culture of accountability, we make sure every member of our crew gets home safe.

We’re also proud to lead the charge in environmental stewardship, recycling materials on-site and using sustainable practices that protect the communities we serve. And when it comes to people, inclusivity isn’t just a value, it’s a promise. We believe great work comes from diverse voices, strong teamwork and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Our core values are extremely important to us. Are they aligned with yours?

We believe in protecting generations. We recognize the impact of our actions and take responsibility for protecting our people, communities, and the environment.

We believe we’re stronger together. We are family who builds communities on a firm foundation of trust and respect.

We believe in doing what’s right. We build long-term partnerships through integrity, generosity, and the highest accountability to each other and our clients.

We believe demolition drives progress. We create opportunities by challenging ourselves and intentionally pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

The General Superintendent is an integral member of the project team, primarily being the main point of contact on site. Main responsibilities include directing, planning, and coordinating the successful completion of demolition projects. The General Superintendent will work closely with operations, project management and health and safety to ensure safe and successful execution of jobs. The General Superintendent will act as a senior resource, helping with and transferring knowledge of all technical aspects of demolition, remediation, excavation etc.

as assigned and as needed, with the primary goal being to complete all projects on time and within budget.

• Provide essential leadership and coaching of all operations staff.
• Provide direction, guidance and mentorship to operational staff and site staff regarding structural demolition.
• Advise operations team as to the most efficient and cost effective ways of performing site work.
• Provide training, mentorship, and guidance to new and junior staff.
• Visit work-sites as required and offer guidance regarding work sequencing, best practices, optimal techniques etc.
• Attend various start-up, progression, close-out, in-house, and client meetings as required.
• In cooperation with the Project Manager plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones, and monitor progress against established schedules as assigned.
• Work with the Safety department to develop and maintain safety and quality control plans and programs as required.
• Facilitate communication and logistics between the field and office.
• Lead and understand the full scope of each project to educate and direct Project Manager and Foreman as required.
• Respond to all site incidents as required and facilitate incident reporting.
• Ensure all projects are completed with worker Health and Safety as the utmost priority; complete site safety inspections as required.
• Manage multiple teams and set clear expectations, while keeping…