Assistant Superintendent

Job No: UNI237
Location: Prince Rupert, BC

We are looking for a hardworking, committed individual who is interested in taking on a Full-time Assistant Superintendent role on our site in Masset, BC  

ABOUT US:

Unitech Construction Management is committed to creating the ideal client experience and providing a fun and inclusive work environment for our employees. We have been in the construction management industry for 34 years and are experiencing extensive growth. We are looking for hardworking, committed individuals who add value to our client projects

COMPENSATION

Unitech offers a generous compensation package: 
  • Wage will commensurate with experience 
  • Full benefits including Health Spending Account, LTD and Life Insurance 
  • 100% Tuition Reimbursement through our Skills Development and Training Program 

 DUTIES:

  • Assist the Site Superintendent to:
    • Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of all workers on site
    • Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate the work activities of all trades
    • Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity
    • Be alert to changes and potential problems, particularly those involving safety on the jobsite and adherence to regulations.
    • Ensure standards for safe working conditions are observed by all persons on site at all times
    • Ensure Unitech's Occupational Health and Safety Program is being followed throughout the project
    • Notify immediately the Superintendent of ANY safety violations, WCB visits, accident reports, and corrective actions observed.
    • Ensure all documentation Unitech's OH&S program requires is accurately completed and signed off by site personnel are faxed to the Project Manager immediately on signing.
    • Plan and organizing on the job training as required during the progress of the work.
    • Work with the crew "on the tools" to impart efficient procedures and 'the tricks of the trade' whenever possible.
    • Requisition materials and supplies using Unitech's standard site PO system for minor, site initiated purchases.
    • Verify all deliveries and turn over signed off packing slips to the Project Manager at appropriate intervals.
    • Complete and send Unitech standard Daily Reports to the Project Manager not later than first thing the morning following.
    • Participate in monthly meetings with the Owner, Project Manager, Consultants, Trade Contractors to review the current work status and any action needed to keep the project within budget and on schedule.
    • Maintain all site files in accordance with Unitech's standard site office filing system.
    • Review and advised the Superintendent on all scheduling issues throughout construction.
    • Maintain a copy of the project schedule that shows the variation between actual start and finish dates for each activity.
    • Verify accuracy of quantities of material and labor via daily sign off Trade Contractor's work sheets when a Trade Contractor is directed to make changes based on unit costs.
    • Ensure all construction materials, equipment, and supplies are in compliance with the contract documents, shop drawings, and submittals.
    • Ensure workmanship is in compliance with the approved plans, specifications, show drawings, and referenced standards.
    • Ensure Trade Contractors have obtained the Consultant's approval prior to covering or closeout of work.
    • Continuous monitoring of quality and coordination of Trade Contractors' work.
    • Report any discrepancies noted in plans and specifications to the Project Manager and Consultant for clarification and resolution
    • Receive and log samples required to be furnished at the site, notify the Consultant when ready for examination, record the Consultant's approval or other action and maintain custody of approved samples.
    • Ensure work does not begin before required show drawings, product submittals, or samples have been approved by the Consultant.
    • Report to the Superintendent when, in your judgment, the work being performed does not conform to the requirements of the Contract Documents or safety requirements are not being followed and, if necessary, suspend the work pending resolution.
    • Recommend to the Superintendent ways to alleviate identified problems.
    • Preparation and issuing of standard Unitech Quality Control Review sheets recording any corrective action requested of any Trade Contractor.
    • Observe tests required by the Contract Documents, record test procedures and report results, to the Superintendent.
    • Review Trade Contractor's Record Drawings at appropriate intervals to ensure up-to-date records are maintained.
    • Other functions required 

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years onsite construction experience in the same role or equivalent
  • Self-motivated, creative thinking, organized, and efficient
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated interpersonal, leadership and team building skills
  • Ability to work efficiently with a service-oriented attitude, courtesy, tact and diplomacy under stressful situations with constant interruption
  • Good working knowledge of current construction methods, materials, procedures, drawings, specifications and building codes
  • Budget and estimating skills (computer word processing and spreadsheet programs an asset)
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of employment and other designated information
  • Ability to effectively manage time, responsibilities, and priorities
  • Proficient with computers, multifunctional processing units, telephone, and email
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and skills in keyboarding

How To Apply

Please submit a most recent copy of your resume.

HR will review the resume and contact selected candidates through text or email.

 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age.

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About Us

We’re passionate about mitigating our clients risk, maximizing our clients value and exceeding our clients expectations More than windows and walls, your project is to be an environment that enhances the lives of people, whether it's where they work, learn, live or play. You need a construction manager that shares your vision and enthusiasm for bringing it to life.

Unitech is passionate about collaborative construction and we incorporate it into every facet of every project each and every day. Our first priority on every project is to understand and adopt our client’s project specific goals and priorities and then factor those goals and priorities into every recommendation we make going forward. We don’t just work with our clients, we are their construction division, delivering their projects in accordance with their goals and in collaboration with their staff. Our systems and procedures were designed to respond to the owner’s project goals and priorities while at the same time minimizing the administrative load on their staff and maintaining complete budget and schedule transparency throughout. These systems and procedures provide the clear, concise information the owner needs to stay fully informed and in control of their project while we manage all the details.

As one of the most progressive construction companies in Western Canada, Unitech is dedicated to partnering with our clients to create high quality environments that put people first. From the outset of a project through to completion, we work as a focused part of our client's team. We ensure you are heard, understood and informed every step of the way. We treat our client's money as if it was our own, only allocating funds to the areas that are critical to achieving our client's goals and priorities. It is the foundation of our corporate values and our entire organization lives and breathes it everyday.