Low-Rise Site Superintendent

Low-Rise Site Superintendent – Residential Construction - Simcoe CountyCompensation:
$110,000–$130,000 annually, based on experience and technical proficiency
Industry:
Residential Construction
Employment Type:
Full-Time
About Our ClientOur client is an established residential developer and homebuilder with decades of experience delivering thoughtfully designed communities and quality homes. Since the late 1980s, the company has developed a strong reputation for its commitment to craftsmanship, innovative design, and customer satisfaction.
With an emphasis on sustainable building practices, energy efficiency, and attention to detail, the organization continues to create residential communities designed to meet the needs of modern homeowners. Their approach combines high construction standards with a commitment to delivering homes that provide lasting value.
Position OverviewOur client is seeking an experienced
Low-Rise Site Superintendent
to oversee the day-to-day construction activities of a large-scale residential development.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing site operations, coordinating trades, maintaining construction schedules, and ensuring that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.
This opportunity is well suited to an experienced residential construction professional with a proven background in managing subdivision developments and overseeing multiple homes at various stages of construction.
Key Responsibilities
Site Operations: Direct and supervise daily construction activities, ensuring work progresses according to approved plans, specifications, and project requirements.
Scheduling and Coordination: Develop, maintain, and monitor construction schedules to ensure project milestones and completion deadlines are achieved.
Trade Management: Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and construction personnel to maintain productivity, quality, and efficient workflow across the development.
Quality Control: Monitor workmanship and materials throughout construction, identifying deficiencies and ensuring corrective measures are implemented promptly.
Health and Safety: Promote a safe working environment, conduct regular safety meetings, and ensure compliance with applicable health and safety legislation and company policies.
Project Documentation: Maintain accurate daily site reports, progress updates, timesheets, change orders, and other relevant construction documentation.
Material and Resource Coordination: Work with project management and procurement teams to ensure materials, equipment, and labour resources are available when required.
Problem-Solving: Proactively identify and resolve site-related challenges, including construction conflicts, scheduling delays, and coordination issues.
Stakeholder Communication: Maintain effective communication with project managers, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders throughout the construction process.
Budget and Schedule Management: Support project cost controls while ensuring construction activities remain aligned with established budgets and timelines.
Site Team StructureThe project team is expected to include a Site Superintendent, Finishing Superintendent, and Site Clerk, with additional personnel brought on as project requirements evolve.
The Site Superintendent will play a key leadership role in coordinating daily operations and working closely with the broader construction management team.
Qualifications And Experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Site Superintendent or comparable supervisory position within low-rise residential construction.
Demonstrated experience overseeing subdivision developments, including multiple homes at different stages of construction.
Strong knowledge of residential construction methods, building materials, and construction sequencing.
Ability to interpret architectural drawings, construction specifications, and technical documentation.
Proven ability to coordinate multiple trades while maintaining productivity and construction quality.
Thorough understanding of Ontario Building Code requirements and applicable construction health and safety regulations.
Strong scheduling, organizational, and time-management capabilities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead site personnel and maintain positive working relationships.
Experience monitoring project budgets, construction timelines, and subcontractor performance.
Comfortable using computers and construction management software for scheduling, reporting, and documentation.
Resourceful, solutions-oriented approach with the ability to address challenges in a fast-paced construction environment.
Compensation$110,000–$130,000 annually, depending on relevant experience, project background, and proficiency with construction management technology.
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