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Infrastructure Construction Superintendent

Requisition ID:  9449
Location: 

Coquitlam, British Columbia, CA, V3K 5X6

Pay Type:  Salary

WHO IS LAFARGE?
As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 70,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE?
Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

Lafarge is 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, Skytrain, 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
 
Superintendents are accountable for field operations from initial project planning to completion. The individual is responsible for the site management of the project and all project activities, including the supervision of self-performed and subcontracted construction work, and focuses on managing the execution of the work by utilizing and leveraging the team’s experience.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

As an Infrastructure Superintendent at Lafarge, you will:

  • Superintendent is responsible for field operations, including supervision of bridge construction work - directing activities of workers, construction inspection and field coordination activities
  • Participate in preconstruction services on all negotiated project including development of site logistics, project schedule and phasing, design and constructability review and budget development
  • Be Responsible for site staffing, quality control, sub-trade coordination, project scheduling, field cost control and safety
  • Determine the method of construction, materials quantities, equipment, work schedule and documentation of hours worked
  • Coordinate assigned work with work of different crafts, company departments and sub-contractors
  • Maintain relationships with engineering, estimating and planning to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications and schedule
  • Monitor compliance with company and site safety programs, documents and ensures corrective measures are implemented. Takes an active role in the hiring, training, and monitoring field personnel, in conjunction with the General Superintendent
  • Assists with preparation and facilitation of project meetings
  • Assists project managers with resolution of outstanding claim items and with warranty
  • In conjunction with the project manager, manage the project budget specifically as pertains to production on self-performed work
  • Knowledge of standard construction software and management processes

 
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

  • Varying years of experience will be considered: 5-20 years of Civil/ Bridge construction experience and a minimum of 3-8 years in a Superintendent/Leadership capacity 
  • Project experience in infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, interchanges, etc….
  • As a infrastructure/structural superintendent you have completed at least a single project valuing $40M or greater
  • Knows the impact of change on cost and schedule
  • Sound knowledge of construction engineering and design
  • Work closely with the project manager and other project team members to ensure success on the project

 

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Base salary between $115,000 - $130,000
  • Bonus opportunity of up to 20% of base salary
  • Competitive health & dental benefits package
  • Competitive retirement plans package
  • Paid vacation time

 

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, will be required.

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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