Superintendent - Sydney, NS

Job Description
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As an experienced Superintendent working in the Building Operations team at Pomerleau Construction, you will support new and ongoing project growth, challenging industry standards with your trade-driven expertise and knowledge. Working on large-scale building and infrastructure projects – ranging from $1.5 million to upwards of $1 billion – you will work closely with the project management team, various client groups and subtrades to ensure project excellence through your outstanding leadership, keen eye for detail and commitment to quality, and health and safety.

This role will be based out of Sydney, Nova Scotia supporting our Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH) project. Hospital experience is critical to be considered for this role. If you are successfully selected for a interview, your project list will be requested.

What You Will Do

• Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety and Environmental Protection on the project. Effectively apply the requirements of the project specific safety standards to promote Pomerleau's HS&E standards, applicable OH&S acts, regulations and codes with all employees and trade partners on the project;
• Use your proactive approach to determine project materials are supplied and in compliance with our first-class Quality Program;
• Establish and identify on-site manpower requirements;
• Take a hands-on approach to leading, mentoring and walking with our team on site to support the project team;
• Collaborate with our trade partners and consultants;
• Develop and drive the construction schedule in conjunction with the project team ensuring that completion dates and milestones are met;
• Put your problem-solving skills to work and recommend innovative methods that will increase effectiveness and efficiency to ensure project excellence and productivity;
• Jump in right from the beginning Collaborate with the Project Manager for all construction site start-up details including the schedule;
• Be a role model during coordination meeting with our clients and associated representatives;
• Stay on top of workforce training for the site team and ensure all training is up to date;
• Actively receive delivered materials on site according to policy;
• Ensure that the project is built according to the approved plan, specifications, shop drawings, and applicable building codes and that all content is current;
• Be a keeper of construction site inventory and work with our Logistics team to ensure accuracy;
• Keep construction site documentation organized;
• Celebrate project success and completion and be a key member of the project wrap-up process.

This Role Could Be For You If You Have

• Experience supervising large hospital projects;
• 10 years' of Superintendent experience on multi-disciplinary, phased, construction management building projects, including at least one (1) with a value greater than $40M CDN;
• A construction related certificate, diploma or degree;
• A proven track record of project success and team collaboration;
• Strong knowledge of construction disciplines, safety regulations, scheduling, quality and cost control;
• The ability to quickly identify problematic situations, identify possible causes, produce effective solutions and collaboratively lead a large team to successful completion;
• A passion to develop, maintain and execute the project schedule;
• Good computer skills and previous experience with scheduling software;
• Knowledge of the market.

Benefits

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past four years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.