General Superintendent at RailWorks

, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Mar, 26

Salary

165000.0

Posted On

13 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Construction Management, Safety Compliance, Scheduling, Resource Management, Quality Control, Contract Management, Subcontractor Management, Project Coordination, Budget Management, Material Management, Communication, Problem Solving, Time Management, Report Preparation, Client Engagement

Industry

Construction

Description

Job ID: 19420 Benefits Offering Company events Health & Dental Benefits Employee Assistance Program Employer RRSP match Competitive Time Off Policy Compensation Salary Range: $140,000 - $165,000Position Summary Reporting to the Operations Manager or designate, the General Superintendent oversees and manages all phases of railway track construction and maintenance projects including safety, scheduling, coordinating workers, materials and equipment, supervising sub-contractors, ensuring that specifications are being followed and that work is completed safely, on schedule and within budget.Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties Provides leadership and oversight to all construction efforts to ensure that all projects are executed in accordance with the design, budget, and schedule; Ensures adequate resources are in place including scheduling labour, equipment, materials that will meet schedule, quality, and budget. Performs in-depth review of drawings, designs and contract documentation to become familiar with all details, notes and requirements. Supervises total construction and maintenance effort in the field to ensure work is in accordance with design, specifications, budget and schedule. Monitors quality standards of all work, including sub-contractor performance. Responsible for productivity of workers and efficient use of materials and equipment Reports production quantities to the office and reviews labour productivity reports on a weekly basis. Able to understand contracts, and scope of work. Will work with Project Management Team with identifying, and managing an potential change orders. Monitors and adheres to established budgets for the job. Investigates alternative work methods and materials which will either improve efficiency and/or the quality of work performed. Monitors job schedules and coordinates sub-contractors’ work and suppliers’ deliveries and equipment needs, taking appropriate action as necessary. Ensures all field personnel comply with Company policies, project procedures, safety program and work rules, taking corrective action as necessary. The General Superintendent will be on-site as well as in the office. Other duties as required. General/Other Responsibilities Reviews and approves timesheets for accuracy, job coding, equipment, material, etc. Participates in invoicing, identifies and administers extra to be invoiced. Gets involved with outstanding A/R’s when required. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Acts as a liaison among owners, inspectors, staff and subcontractors. Assists with the preparation of written reports and/or updates for management, client, and project team, to ensure a clear understanding of project status. Willing to engage with new clients to grow business Required Skills and Qualifications A minimum of 10 years recent related construction experience including a thorough knowledge of construction industry practices, methods and process. Prior railway experience is preferred by not required. Demonstrated experience applying knowledge of basic project controls, material management, contract management, subcontract management. Track record of successfully executing projects on schedule and within budget. Valid and clean Driver’s License. High School graduation plus post-secondary training in a related field or equivalent education, training and experience. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Travel to job sites is required; Exposure to outdoor construction sites in all weather conditions; Work is in and around live track (trains); Work may be in urban, rural or isolated areas. This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law. PNR RailWorks is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR RailWorks will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.

Responsibilities

The General Superintendent oversees and manages all phases of railway track construction and maintenance projects, ensuring safety, scheduling, and compliance with specifications. They provide leadership, monitor quality standards, and coordinate resources to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.