Site Superintendent | NS

Construction Site Superintendent

As a key member of the project team, the Site Superintendent embodies traditional values: working hard, taking personal accountability, and driving every project to the finish line without fail. They bring humility and a willingness to get their hands dirty, putting in the long hours alongside the rest of the jobsite team—regardless of title or task. They actively seek mentorship, maintain a thirst for knowledge, and value the lessons passed down by those who came before them.

They also bring a leadership style that values people and earns commitment through participation. Thoughtful, fair, and grounded in integrity, they prioritize the needs of the people doing the work and believe that the strength of the team determines the success of the project. Their site trailers feel like professional, well-run offices; their jobsites run on cooperation and respect. Deadlines are met through collaboration with the project team, consultants, and trade partners. They embrace evolving technology, continually exploring new tools, processes, and efficiencies.

Important to understand there is more than one metric for measuring project success. The health and strength of the team at the finish line is one of—if not the —most important.

What We Offer

Competitive Salary

Travel Per Diem

Professional Development, Education & Training

Quality Vehicles, Accommodations & Technology

A Great Team Environment

Responsibilities

Site Leadership & Project Execution

Lead, manage, and direct the day-to-day operations of the project site.

Oversee all site activities and trade contractors.

Document daily progress, changes, and issues via email, Procore, SiteDocs, and/or the Site Logbook.

Actively manage the project schedule to ensure timely completion.

Uphold quality standards.

Ensure material orders and labour availability are properly coordinated.

Maintain site cleanliness, organization, and professionalism.

Liaise with inspection authorities to ensure full permit compliance.

Read and interpret architectural drawings accurately.

Project Coordination & Technical Support

Work closely with Project and Design Teams to manage schedules, procurement, and trade contractors.

Proactively troubleshoot site issues, including design-related challenges.

Negotiate contract changes with trade partners and communicate all changes to the Project Manager verbally and in writing.

Develop contingency plans to mitigate risks and maintain project momentum.

Health & Safety Leadership

Advocate and be a role model for the Health & Safety Program

Complete hazard assessments, supervisor logs, site inspections, and toolbox talks as required.

Ensure all near-miss incidents are reported promptly.

Promote a strong, positive safety culture on site.

Additional Duties

Attend and participate in all site meetings.

Gather and provide information for monthly client Project Status Reports.

Conduct quality-control activities and inspection programs aligned with Sealand’s standards.

Skills & Experience Required

10 years of field construction experience.

Minimum 5 years in a site supervisory role.

Construction-related degree or diploma considered an asset.

Strong understanding of construction processes, site management, and project delivery sequencing.

Extensive experience with:

Procore

SiteDocs

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Outlook

High level of comfort with computers and mobile apps.

Physically able to work on your feet for 8–10 hours per day.

Ability to travel extensively throughout the Maritimes.

Comfortable working in varying weather conditions.

Valid driver’s license