General Superintendent- US Infrastructure

Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Infrastructure division and build innovative projects in the transit and transportation sectors, such as roads, highways/freeways, bridges, interchanges, LRTs, BRTs, and airports. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.

About the Role

Reporting to the Construction Manager, the General Superintendent is accountable for providing advanced-level field management and site management from planning to completion. This individual is responsible for the field and site management of the project and all project activities, including the supervision of self-performed and subcontracted construction work, and shares responsibility with the Project Manager for developing the project budget, participating in the pre-construction phase, and ensuring the project is built on time, within budget, and according to the company policies and procedures.

As a General Superintendent at Graham, you will:

• Oversee the development of construction strategies, project execution plans, schedules, and estimates.
• Ensure consistent communication with subcontractors and staff as to what the expectations are and the direction is regarding schedules, construction methods, company policies and procedures, permits, safety/loss prevention, quality control, and other performance standards.
• Oversee the progress of the pre-construction commitments and deliverables to ensure they are carried out in accordance with project requirements and schedule.
• Act as the principal point of contact and decision maker at pre-tender meetings.
• Ensure that project safety plans are developed and adhered to.
• Oversee and ensure a positive working relationship between employees/subcontractors, and take appropriate action when required.
• Attend all Progress and Safety meetings with all subcontractor representatives and act as the decision maker for any disputes.
• Ensure project closeouts are appropriately finalized to settle all financial obligations, demobilize all resources, and transition the projects to the clients.
• Ensure all materials and work comply with the contract and quality specifications.
• Manage project budgets by controlling expenses, administering owner and subcontractor billings, and identifying work not covered by subcontractor’s scope of work/budget.
• Oversee the development and management of the contract’s general conditions, construction phases and buyout strategy during preconstruction.
• Conduct business in line with client guidelines.
• Negotiate skillfully in tough situations with internal and external parties by winning concessions without damaging relationships, and by being direct and diplomatic.
• Assist, conduct, and coach worker(s) in Field Level Risk Assessments (FLRAs), and Behaviour Based Safety (BBS).
• Ensure contractors and subcontractors meet or exceed HSE MS requirements during execution of work.
• Communicate the PSQP to the project site team including subcontractors.
• Execute the PSQP and implementation of all quality activities on site.
• Monitor the performance of quality by the subcontractors.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred.
• 20+ years of experience required.
• Knowledge and business acumen required to troubleshoot multiple projects, interpret contract documents to mitigate risk and plan effectively, and manage complex issues including conflict and change.
• Strong leadership qualities, and practiced in demonstrating and growing workforce culture according to corporate values and principals.
• Strong working knowledge of contingency planning best-practices.
• Ability to make recommendations and take action based on technical proficiency and experience.
• Proficient using scheduling and project management software.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary range: 145k-180k
• Opportunity for ownership and increased income through dividends and share equity increases
• Sharing of annual profits paid out in bonuses
• Excellent Health & Dental benefits plan, Life insurance, AD&D. LTD and Flex Plan
• 401(k) savings plan with employer matching upon eligibility
• 12 paid holidays a year
• 3 to 5 weeks of vacation per year, with credit for prior industry experience
• Professional and career development opportunities
  

What we can offer you:

• Strong commitment to safety in the workplace
• Grounded and family-oriented workplace in a progressive environment that is at the forefront of a fast-evolving business sector
• Commitment to the training and wealth of opportunities for career development across job categories, project types and locations around North America
  

If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.


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