Senior Superintendent
Job in
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Listing for:
Clark Builders
Full Time
position
Listed on 2025-12-28
Job specializations:
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Construction
Operations Manager
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Management
Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager, Contracts Manager, EHS / HSE Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
At Clark Builders, we’re more than a construction company — we’re purpose driven partners committed to building stronger communities. Serving institutional, commercial, and industrial clients across Western and Northern Canada since 1974, we bring a relationship-based approach, deep expertise, and a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability to everything we do. As part of the Turner Construction family, we offer the personalized culture of a local team with the strength of a global leader.
Learn more about our Purpose and what drives us by visiting our Who We Are page.
Clark Builders is hiring a Senior Superintendent in Edmonton to support projects across Northern Alberta. The Senior Superintendent provides overall onsite leadership, administrative oversight, and technical management for construction projects. This role directs several onsite team members and is accountable for project safety, contracts, schedule, quality, cost control, people, and administration. The Senior Superintendent ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and to Clark Builders’ standards while protecting the interests of the company, employees, clients, and subcontractors.
Reports to: General Superintendent
Duties & Responsibilities:
Safety
Lead proactive project safety and security practices aligned with the Clark Builders Safety & Loss Prevention Program and legislation.Promote and support ongoing safety training and development in coordination with the Safety Department.Understand and enforce Prime Contractor responsibilities when applicable.Demonstrate strong knowledge of industry safety standards and coach teams toward zero incidents.Integrate safety into all construction activities and evaluate leading/lagging indicators to implement corrective actions.Contracts & Pre-Construction
Maintain thorough understanding of contract types used by Clark Builders.Possess complete knowledge of contract documents, drawings, specifications, and key drivers.Collaborate with the Project Manager and BD/Estimating to develop construction programs including procedures, temporary facilities, equipment, and manpower.Manage procurement, utilization, and control of tools and equipment; plan costs proactively and use Northstar where practical.Predetermine and schedule temporary construction services efficiently.Establish effective communication with consultants, subcontractors, and clients.Support BD/Estimating with constructability and execution planning.Maintain accountability for planning relative to contract deliverables and assist in recovery planning.Cost Control & Administration
Understand the project estimate and share cost accountability with the Project Manager.Ensure accurate submission of required project documentation.Review drawings and documentation for discrepancies and constructability concerns.Track and manage potential contract changes and field time/material activities.Participate in month-end reviews and lead trade meetings.Conduct risk analysis and manage project-specific risks.Schedules
Support development of the Master Schedule; lead ongoing schedule management.Apply the Last Planner System for site scheduling and coordination.Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers; verify necessary permits and approvals.Assist commissioning and handover scheduling for structured closeout.Facilitate trade start-up meetings and develop recovery plans.Act as a scheduling resource; proficient with Microsoft Project and P6.Quality Assurance / Quality Control
Develop project QA/QC plans and ensure documented compliance.Coordinate inspection agencies, address report findings, and escalate scope concerns.Oversee project completion and handover planning.Technical Expertise
Demonstrate extensive knowledge of building systems and construction best practices.Possess experience across all construction phases.Maintain and update the project execution plan considering all phases and seasonal impacts.Human Resources & Leadership
Direct and support workforce training and development.Participate in CB University initiatives.Assist with performance evaluations and foster team growth.Maintain strong stakeholder relationships…
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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