Senior Site Superintendent

Transforming visions into buildings.

About Buttcon

Buttcon is a 100% Canadian, employee-owned General Contractor known for delivering high-quality work, innovative solutions, and fast-tracked projects that exceed expectations. We specialize in institutional, commercial, industrial, and multi-unit residential construction, leveraging modern technologies and progressive practices to deliver exceptional results—safely and efficiently.

We believe in the power of teamwork, taking action, building for the long term, and sharing in our collective success. We care deeply about the work we do, the people we work with, and the positive impact our projects have on communities. Guided by our core values of Safety, Accountability, and being People-Focused, we are committed to creating an environment where employees feel supported, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our success is driven by the knowledge, dedication, and passion of our people—and we invest in their development every step of the way.

About the Role

The Senior Site Superintendent is responsible for managing all aspects of on-site construction activities, from project catching to complete this role involved with the stakeholders including project managers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to ensure successful project execution within specified timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, organize, direct, and control construction projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications, and budget.


• Supervise and direct day-to-day field activities and manage the construction site.


• Set-up and maintain the site to promote clean, tidy, and a professional image of the company.


• Able to resolve conflicts effectively to preserve the collaborative culture of the project.


• Ensure construction satisfies all permit requirements.


• Help prepare and maintain the project schedule.


• Review and coordinate delivery dates of critical materials.


• Organize pre-construction meetings with each trade to ensure they have all contract documents and are familiar with all the requirements.


• Ensure all trades complete their scope of work to an acceptable standard.


• Manage the Union issues on site and resolve disputers with subtrades.


• Manage and maintain project costs within budget.


• Have a strong understanding of construction contracts. Read and understand the subcontracts to ensure the scope of work is accurate and understood by all parties.


• Establish quantities, order materials, and reconcile with estimates.


• Completion of reports for concrete ordering and pouring.


• Manage and implement Change Orders.


• Conduct an initial review and provide feedback on shop drawings.


• Provide feedback on site issues to improve efficiency on future projects.


• Manage the clean up of the site and ensure that costs are allocated to the responsible parties, staying within our budget.

Qualification Requirements

• The successful candidate will have a technical college diploma in Construction Management or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience.


• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the ICI construction industry.


• Able to manage site operations on complex projects that exceed $75 million.


• Strong understanding and adherence to safety standards.


• Computer literate, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project.


• Journeyman Carpentry Certification and/or Gold Seal Certification is an asset.


• Project related travel anticipated.

This recruitment process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring selections and decisions are made by human reviewers.

This posting is for a new position within our organization.

Interested candidates are to apply through the below website:

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. Buttcon Limited is an equal-opportunity employer that proudly recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. Accommodations are available on request for applicants with disabilities taking part in the recruitment and selection process. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.