Senior Superintendent

Senior Superintendent

The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast.

Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

We are a dynamic team of over 5,000 with a range of professions, backgrounds, and areas of expertise. This breadth of diversity in people and opportunities is one of greatest aspects of building your career with Bird. Every trajectory looks different. At Bird, you hold the pen, and you write your story. As you unlock your potential, you are surrounded by a team that supports you every step of the way.

At Bird, we are focused on building a culture that brings together ideal team players who facilitate possibility every day. We are looking for those who have the courage and confidence to be humble; the self-motivated, ambitious professionals who are hungry; and those who never lose sight of their intuition, emotional intelligence, or the unequivocal impact of being people smart.

Reporting to the Field Manager in the region, the Site Superintendent, is accountable for coordination, administration, and site supervision for construction of the building. They will ensure Bird’s Values and Business objectives are adhered to at site, consistently demonstrate the Bird brand and operate a site where all stakeholders are treated with respect and professionalism.

This position is based out of the Richmond, BC. Office, however, as a project-based organization, work assignments are driven by business and project needs. The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel, work remotely from their home office, or temporarily relocate to project sites as required to support project pursuits and successful project delivery. Assignments may be located within or outside of the employee’s home region, and travel frequency and duration will vary depending on operational and project requirements.

• Support and open to identifying Business Development opportunities that bring in new projects.
• Work with the Proposal Lead to develop proposed project schedule, methodology and site logistics for the proposal.

• Work with the Project Manager, develop and maintain master project schedule with input from subcontractors using either MS Project or Primavera P6.
• 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 requirements for project.
• Assist with selection of trade subcontractors.
• Conduct constructability reviews to bring value to the construction execution stage.

• 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.
• Plan and prepare 2- and 6-week construction resource loaded schedules and monitor progress against established master schedule, ensuring successful project completion within schedule and budget.
• 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…