Assistant Superintendent

This is the Rundown: Who We Are

Being one of the larger privately-owned construction companies in North America, Reliance offers general contracting services in all aspects of project planning, execution and delivery. Over the last year, weve grown continuously due to our employees performance, but mostly through their passion, focus, and determination. This expansion however has not let us forget that we are still a family-owned company established in 1948. Our presence in the construction industry over more than half a century has led us to an unparalleled understanding of the industry, allowing us to provide our clients with a sense of complete trust and confidence. They rely on us to complete a project theyve envisioned, and we accept that responsibility to make it a reality.

The Role: Assistant Superintendent

The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for supervising and directing activities of construction craftsman within an assigned domain and receives routine supervision and direction in the performance of assigned responsibility. They will also receive technical and operational direction from the assigned supervising Superintendent.

What Youll Do:

Direct sub-contractor activities within the area of responsibility

Analyze manpower, material, equipment requirements, and interfaces the requirements with others as designated by supervising superintendent

Implement and enforces policies, procedures, and related work rules as established by field construction management

Prepare reports and forecasts, as required, and keep supervisors informed on progress of overall assigned activities

Assist Superintendents in the preparation of construction methods, schedules, manning charts, and material and equipment requirements

Supervise and direct subordinate manual and non-manual personnel, as assigned

Ensure safety standards and requirements are implemented and adhered to by craftsmen and others when in the operational area

Ensure tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely

Assist in the administration of a security plan to coordinate the activities with all parties

Asist in the participation of contract negotiations

Ensure corporate policies and procedures are fully implemented

What Youll Need:

Degree in Architecture, an Engineering or Scientific discipline, or specialized courses in Construction Management or equivalent experience and training

Work experience in craft, non-technical or technical positions

WHMIS certification in fall protection training

Knowledge of a single or multi-discipline construction or engineering operation relating to field activities

Must be able to recognize that a problem exists in their area of responsibility, and report and receive direction from the supervisor

Determine the priority of assignments based on critical deadlines that must be met

Must be able to communicate with all participants involved within the construction project

Management skills and administrative experience

Written and oral communication skills

Must possess computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (experience with project management software an asset)

Proven leadership abilities