Superintendent (Commercial Construction)

Base Salary Range: $110000 - $120000

Job Title: Superintendent (Commercial Construction)
Job ID: 87156
Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta


Overview:
Our client is a dynamic and growing general contracting firm known for delivering high-quality commercial and residential construction projects across Alberta. They take pride in our collaborative culture, commitment to safety, and fostering leadership at every level of their team. They  are seeking a proactive, experienced Site Superintendent to lead day-to-day site operations and ensure construction projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest standards of quality. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage subcontractors and trades with professionalism and efficiency.


What you will be doing:

• Lead all on-site activities and maintain consistent progress toward project milestones and performance targets

• Collaborate with the Project Management and Estimating teams to resolve design, engineering, or construction issues before they impact the schedule

• Coordinate, supervise, and inspect the work of all ACL staff and subcontractors

• Maintain site safety in compliance with ACL’s safety protocols and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations

• Prepare daily site reports, safety documentation, and submit records to head office as required

• Provide orientations to new staff and subcontractors based on ACL’s safety program

• Oversee site cleanliness, organization, and security, including lock-up procedures and after-hours access for trades

• Monitor and approve on-site time tracking for ACL staff

• Identify and report equipment needs, perform routine safety inspections, and ensure only trained personnel operate machinery

• Assist in training, mentoring, and skill development of site staff

• Coordinate manpower and equipment logistics to support company-wide objectives

• Schedule and lead regular site meetings with subcontractors and office staff

• Order and track materials, assist in identifying lead times, and maintain awareness of contract scope items

• Review workmanship quality, enforce contract compliance, and lead deficiency resolution

• Promote a team-first mindset and represent ACL’s values on-site through leadership, accountability, and integrity

What you must have:

• 10+ years of hands-on construction experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role

• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings

• Deep understanding of Alberta Building Code and construction best practices

• Familiarity with a wide range of scopes including framing, rebar installation, concrete forming and finishing, siding systems, thermal and moisture protection systems, millwork, and interior/exterior finishing

• Ability to manage temporary utilities (power, heat, lighting, air circulation) for site setup

• Experience using surveying tools, setting anchor bolts, and interpreting elevations

• Effective trade coordination, scheduling, and conflict resolution skills

• Strong communication skills with owners, architects, consultants, and trades

• Proven track record of maintaining safety standards and leading toolbox talks and orientations

• Valid driver’s license with clean driver’s abstract

• Ability to travel or coordinate accommodations for out-of-town work if required

Preferred Attributes

• Passion for teaching, mentoring, and growing others

• Strong organizational and time management abilities

• Willingness to adapt, learn, and contribute to a growing and innovative team

• Solution-focused mindset with the ability to anticipate problems and respond proactively

• Leadership presence that fosters respect, accountability, and team cohesion

Salary/Rate Range: $110,000-$120,000


Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.


For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com