Chandos

Construction

SeniorSuperintendent

CA$115–155k ~AI est. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Senior Superintendent at Chandos. Skills: Construction operations, Site management, Team leadership. Lead site activities. Manage project design”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver projects safely; Deliver projects cleanly; Deliver projects organized; Deliver projects with high morale; Deliver projects with engagement; Meet project goals; Exceed project expectations

Industry & Context.

Construction
Problems you'll solve

Risk mitigation

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

10+ years Superintendent experience, 5+ years lead Superintendent experience, Experience overseeing other Superintendents, Experience managing $50-100M projects, Experience creating/managing schedules, Experience operating scheduling systems, Experience planning complex logistics

What You'll Do.

Manage project design

Manage project budget

Manage project schedule

Manage project performance

Manage project profitability

Provide direction to Superintendents

Provide mentorship to staff

Provide oversight to staff

Steward personnel well-being

Conduct safety inspections

Oversee project setup

Oversee project execution

Oversee project close-out

Ensure conformity with drawings

Ensure conformity with specifications

Ensure conformity with quality standards

Drive workmanship excellence

Monitor project budgets

Monitor project forecasts

Oversee third-party monitoring

Oversee third-party testing

Maintain client relationships

Communicate with project managers

Communicate with stakeholders

Identify training needs

Support apprenticeship programs

Build high-performing teams

Uphold scheduling discipline

Uphold lean construction principles

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Field staff collaboration

Communication Scope

Client communication; Stakeholder communication

Process & Methodology

Scheduling, Budgeting, Logistics planning, Cost control, Lean construction

Full Job Description

We are Chandos Inclusion, collaboration, innovation and courage. These values speak to our desire to create places where all people belong, listening and learning from one another in a way that sparks ideas and leads to positive changes in our industry and community. They also demonstrate our commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. And, if they resonate with you too, we should talk! We are 100 percent employee owned and proud to be the first and largest B Corp certified national technical builder in North America, meaning we put our values at the centre of everything we do. Continuous improvement is core to our success. Championing innovative and collaborative ways to build is just one example of that. Collaborative construction leads to more efficiency, cost savings, social value, and a much better working experience for everyone. Every day, our teams are working to build places for people to live, work, learn, serve, and play. But above all, we’re building community. And, we’re looking for like-minded people to join us. Together, we can build a better world. As a Senior Superintendent , you are the nucleus of project success - responsible for orchestrating all field and site‑specific construction activities with precision, accountability, and leadership. You ensure projects are safe, clean, organized, and delivered with high morale and strong engagement in safety management. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage all site activities, including the Chandos' Production System, project design, budget, schedule, performance, subtrades, and profitability. * Provide direction, mentorship, and oversight to other Superintendents and field staff, fostering collaboration and accountability. * Champion safety: steward the well‑being of all personnel, conduct inspections, and immediately address risks. * Plan and schedule work, hold milestones, and allocate manpower and materials to meet project goals. * Remove roadblocks, manage risk, and oversee project s

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