Site Superintendent

Location: Central Northwest Territories (Inuvik)

Site Superintendent
Fort Macpherson, NT | June/July 2026 start | Salary: $125,000–$150,000 | Rotational 20/10

Pre-Construction Management

Work with the Project Manager, develop and maintain master project schedule with input from subcontractors

Assess commissioning and O&M requirements for master project schedule

Develop Health, Safety and Environment Plan

Review contracts with the Project Manager to ensure scope of work and schedules are accurate and feasible

Notify Equipment Management Team of project requirements

Assist with selection of trade subcontractors

Conduct constructability reviews to bring value to the construction execution stage

Construction Management

Plan, organize, direct and control daily construction operations with direct leadership responsibilities for junior resources as assigned

Fully understand the Master Contract and Subcontractor Contracts

Develop and measure productivity on site to measure planned progress against actual

Control site logistics, maximize efficiencies, minimize deficiencies of all work including all subcontractors, suppliers and employees

Establish site for construction

Maintain daily and ongoing reporting to track site progress

Maintain a clean and organized site

Execute the quality management program proactively to minimize deficiencies

Approve timesheets

Hold daily field level hazard assessments

Hold weekly toolbox talks

Conduct weekly subcontract progress meetings and hold everyone on site accountable to the Master Project Schedule

Purchase, maintain, track and forecast materials

Review all subcontractor submittals

Support the development of commissioning and turn over plans

Fix deficiencies in line with achieving total completion date

Manage risk during the project by following the Risk Management Plan

Communicate daily with the Project Manager and project team on the status of construction including any concerns or discrepancies that may require escalation

Attend owner meetings throughout the project

Manage, control, and record all permit requirements, third party inspections, commissioning, training and hand over

Communicate with the office to manage administrative tasks

Responsible to ensure all on site contractually required items are implemented and completed

Champion health and safety and occupational practices and regulations

Provide cost-effective solutions to construction issues and coordinate with the Project Manager

Post Construction Management

Close all site accounts

Demobilize site

Site Superintendent Qualifications

Undergraduate degree or diploma in construction management, engineering, or another relevant field preferred

Certification of First Aid/CPR, WHMIS

Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

3+ years of experience in the construction industry, preferably commercial construction management

Strong familiarity with contract administration, understanding drawings, specifications, architectural and engineering standards and building practices, including building codes

Full understanding of mechanical and electrical installations, including commissioning and handover

Excellent budgeting, costing, and scheduling skills

Experience using MS Word, Outlook, MS Project, Electronic Document Management System, Procore

Strong leadership skills with experience managing all disciplines, internal employees, and external sub-trades

Ability to inspire trust in difficult situations by instilling confidence and engaging people on matters that affect them

Ability to forge, grow and maintain positive relationships

Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities, capable of handling pressure and challenges

Works within tight deadlines and prioritises work to achieve them

Strong analytical, critical thinking, troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills, and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Strong interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated through speaking to groups of employees on site, and communicating to a variety of stakeholders including clients, management, and site employees

Demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals; ability to work in a challenging, fast‑paced environment

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Travel to site will be required; travel within MB / SK as directed

Site Superintendent Salary
Competitive Salary, Liveout, Accommodations, Company Truck, Concurrent Manitoba Projects

Site Superintendent Similar Job Titles
Site Supervisor, General Superintendent, Construction Manager, Superintendent, Foreman

Legal & EEO Statement
Only applicants with the legal right to work in Canada can be considered for this opportunity.

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