Civil Construction Superintendent
We are currently seeking a Civil Construction Superintendent to join our growing Sutherland Group team, based in the Southern Okanagan and Kootenays region, with opportunities for shift work for the right candidate. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced construction professional with strong expertise in civil infrastructure and field operations.
As Superintendent, you will be responsible for leading and executing construction projects from start to finish, ensuring alignment with schedules, budgets, and quality standards. You will play a critical role in driving project success by coordinating field teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders while maintaining a strong focus on safety and operational excellence.
You will oversee site operations across a range of civil construction projects, including underground utilities, earthworks, and road building. This role requires a hands-on leader who can effectively manage crews, solve problems in real time, and deliver high-quality results in fast-paced environments.
Construction leadership experience is essential for success in this role. We are looking for someone who understands the complexities of field operations and can confidently lead teams while maintaining strong client relationships and project performance.
The Sutherland Group values more than simply providing industry-renowned services to our clients. We put the happiness, success, and growth of our team members and community first. Join us in our commitment to elevate and innovate in the Forestry, Heavy Duty Repair, Transportation, Drilling & Blasting, and Marine Services industries.
POSITION BENEFITS
- Opportunity to lead field operations while mentoring and developing crews, foremen, and junior team members.
- A professional and respectful work environment that promotes collaboration and accountability.
- Be part of a high-performing team delivering complex infrastructure projects across diverse sectors.
SUTHERLAND GROUP BENEFITS
It is our great pleasure to extend the following benefits to all Sutherland Group team members:
- Pension Program with Sutherland Group matching contributions up to 100%, starting at 3%, increasing in graduated increments, and topping out at 5% after 8 years.
- Extended health benefits program through a cost-shared benefits plan
- Confidential Employee Family Assistance Program
- Health & Safety Policy & Programs
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensuring all actions incorporate Sutherland Group Enterprise's Core Values: Curious and Adaptable, Trustworthy, Humbly Confident, Better Together, and Make it Happen.
- Champion a strong “Safety First” culture by leading crews and ensuring compliance with all safety policies and site-specific plans.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute construction projects to meet schedules, milestones, and critical deadlines.
- Lead and manage field operations, including crews, subcontractors, and equipment resources.
- Monitor project performance, including productivity, costs, and timelines, and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Interpret contracts and identify scope changes, risks, and project impacts.
- Collaborate closely with Project Managers to ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction.
- Resolve on-site challenges proactively, including scheduling conflicts and operational issues.
- Support job costing, forecasting, and reporting to drive informed decision-making.
- Mentor and develop foremen and junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
- Participate in project planning, estimating support, and pre-construction activities as required.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
- Contribute to operational improvements, efficiency initiatives, and best practices across projects.
- Always Be Recruiting to support workforce needs and strengthen team capabilities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
As a member of the Sutherland Group team, we expect you to bring the following to the table:
- Minimum 6+ years of leadership experience in the construction industry, with a strong focus on field operations.
- Proven experience delivering civil infrastructure projects, including underground utilities, earthworks, and road building.
- Strong understanding of various soil conditions and construction environments.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects from initiation to completion.
- Experience coordinating multiple crews, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
- Solid understanding of contract administration, project scheduling, and cost control.
- Knowledge of provincial safety regulations and construction best practices.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and other project management tools.
- Technical diploma or degree in engineering or a related field is considered an asset.
JOIN THE TEAM
If you think there's a fit, we look forward to meeting you and thank you in advance for your application.
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A SUTHERLAND GROUP COMPANY
The Sutherland Group of Companies is a specialized integrated network of heavy industry experts, with an offering that extends from equipment and logistics through to people and safety, in service of high-performing customers in the civil, forestry, transportation, and marine industries in search of complex supply chain solutions.
For nearly 30 years, we have worked to position The Sutherland Group as a heavy industry leader, not only with our partners, but from within. We are proud to prioritize the success of our team members by offering a diversified workplace, competitive compensation plans, benefits, training, and ongoing growth opportunities.
