Chandos
Construction
Superintendent
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“Superintendent at Chandos. Skills: Project execution, Safety management, Team building. Steward safety and well-being. Conduct inspections”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver projects exceeding expectations
Industry & Context.
Problem solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years construction Superintendent, Overseeing Assistant Superintendents, Journeyman trade certification, Equivalent field experience
Nice to Have
Entrepreneurial mindset, Hands-on environment experience, Problem-solving on the fly, Building trust experience
What You'll Do.
Steward safety and well-being
Address risks immediately
Manage project design
Manage project budget
Manage project schedule
Manage project performance
Provide direction to staff
Mentor Assistant Superintendents
Foster accountability
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
Act as owner interface
Maintain client relationships
Ensure clear communication
Identify training needs
Support apprenticeship programs
Build high-performing teams
Uphold scheduling discipline
Uphold lean construction principles
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Field staff; Assistant Superintendents; Project managers; Stakeholders; Owner interface
Communication Scope
Clear communication; Thoughtful dialogue; Clear communication
Process & Methodology
Lean construction principles, Scheduling discipline, Cost control
Full Job Description
We are Chandos. We exist to build a better world. Our vision is to emerge as Canada’s premier technical builder, distinguished by our relentless pursuit of innovation , collaboration , and sustainability in all that we do. We are 100 per cent employee-owned , and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do. When the company thrives, you benefit directly. When everyone is invested - literally - it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support. We look for team members who are gritty , accountable , and driven - with a mindset rooted in initiative and purpose , you think like an entrepreneur and build strong, trusting relationships through clear communication and thoughtful dialogue, even in challenging conversations. As a 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 * Steward safety and the well‑being of all personnel, conduct inspections, and immediately address risks. * 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 Assistant Superintendents and field staff, fostering collaboration and accountability. * Plan and schedule work, hold milestones, and allocate manpower and materials to meet project goals. * Remove roadblocks, manage risk, and oversee project setup, execution, and close‑out. * Ensure conformity with drawings, specifications, and quality standards, while driving workmanship excellence. * Monitor project budgets and forecasts at the phase‑code and cost‑type level to identify gains and mitigate losses. * Oversee third‑party monitor
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