Superintendent

The future you want is within reach. Let's build it together.

At PCL Construction Management Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don't just build projects - we build opportunities, careers and communities. We are 100% employee-owned, every employee has a stake in our success, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.

We're a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build with. That includes you. We are not only shaping the future of construction, we are also committed to shaping the future of your career.

As a Superintendent for PCL Construction Management Inc. in Edmonton, Alberta (Buildings), you'll have the opportunity to contribute by leading field operations, coordinating trade partners, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards. 

Why Choose PCL?

Choose a career with rewards that matter. PCL's total rewards are designed to support your growth, well-being and future success -- because when you succeed, we all do. Our offerings could include:

• Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
• Annual discretionary performance bonuses
• RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
• Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
• Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
• Life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave and family care support
• Health and lifestyle spending account options
• Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
• Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
• Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
• Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions
  

Here's how a Superintendent for PCL Construction Management Inc. within Edmonton Buildings contributes to our team:

Responsibilities

• Works with project manager to ensure implementation of PCL’s safety program, including integrating PCL’s safety program into all site plans and procedures and adhering to all safety and record-keeping requirements.
• Supervises, directs, coaches, trains, and mentors the project team, including direct and indirect reports.
• Effectively communicates with own forces and trades and ensures that performance, productivity, quality, and safety requirements are met.
• Consistently collaborates with construction/project manager and project team. 
• Proactively manages potential problems, work interferences, and schedules conflicts/setbacks.
• Proactively identifies, manages, and resolves potential problems, work conflicts, and/or schedule challenges. Contributes to development and implementation of a recovery plan and works with the project team to anticipate and resolve issues.
• Liaises between field engineers, estimators, and subcontractors to ensure construction complies with drawings and specifications.
• Liaises with client, other site contractors, union and labor relations, and site and office representatives.
• Visualizes and conveys vision of an entire project, identifies and drives the project schedule’s critical path.
• Presents at client engineering meetings.
• Develops client relationships and manages client network.
• Communicates effectively and develops long-term relationships with stakeholders, clients, subcontractors and trades.
• Oversees and manages development and implementation of Project Execution Plan (PEP) and resource-loaded three-week lookahead schedules.
• Oversees and manages the project plan and schedule, and ensures compliance with budget and quality.
• Reviews and understands the contract and subcontracts, and develops a plan that identifies and mitigates risks and maximizes opportunities to ensure that all financial targets, including budgets, forecasts, and profitability levels are met.
• Understands project labor agreements and builds relationships with union and labor representatives.
• Supports project pursuits and presentation teams at bid.
• Maintains project administration correspondence and complies with documentation requirements.
• Contributes to district committees and initiatives.
• Develops and maintains strong customer focused relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers.
• Values, models, and coaches the solution provider and profitability culture.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Journeyman certificate or undergraduate/engineering degree in a related discipline. NCSO designation required (IND); enrollment in the Gold Seal program (CDN) preferred.
• 15 years of progressive field supervision experience preferred.
• Successfully supervised a construction workforce.
• In-depth knowledge of and experience in construction industry and company operations, including building materials, construction specifications, and methods and procedures.
• Understanding of project scope and ability to apply intermediate-complex engineering principles and embed solutions in construction plans and schedules.
• Proficient understanding of and ability to apply logic to the schedule to build a plan using scheduling software.
• Ability to coordinate multiple scopes of a construction project, including scheduling, monitoring, and coordinating own forces work (OFW) and trade contractors with three-week lookahead schedules.
• Thorough understanding of productivity rates or own forces work (OFW), Labor Cost Reports (LCRs), and ability to interpret cost reports.
• Thorough understanding of contract language and with the ability to identify and mitigate risks and identify and leverage opportunities.
• Understanding of collective agreement and jurisdiction assignment for multi-trade sites (IND).
• In-depth knowledge of and application of safety and environmental principles/ procedures/legislation.
• Ability to lead and run effective site meetings with the client, consultants, trades, own forces work, and internal employees; ability to present at client meetings or for project pursuit work.
• Demonstrated conflict-resolution skills, problem-solving abilities, and professional judgement.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and internal operational systems.

Your Work Has Purpose Here

PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.

At PCL Construction Management Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.

We know everyone's needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@pcl.com and include the position and location of interest.

This recruitment process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

Company: PCL Construction Management Inc.

Primary Location: Edmonton, Alberta (Buildings)

Job Title: Superintendent

Requisition ID: 13304