Construction Site Superintendent   

Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Rank Group is a full-service real estate firm, providing services such as property development, construction, property management, property maintenance, space design and planning. We thrive on building mutually open and honest relationships with our clients in all our projects, which is evidenced by our many long-standing relationships. 

With over 4 decades of experience and success, Rank Group has developed, owns and manages more than 5 million square feet of space, with over 500 clients spread over commercial, industrial, retail and multi-residential properties across Atlantic Canada.  

Rank Group is currently seeking a Construction Site Superintendent to add to our team.

SUMMARY: 

The Construction Site Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all daily operations of our worksites (either new builds, tenant fit-ups, or capital gain projects), to ensure we are achieving project objectives on time, to quality standard, and within budget.  

JOB RESPONSIBILITES AND DUTIES 

• Coordinate all subcontractors, consultants, materials and equipment to ensure timely completion; providing direction and resolving problems as needed;  

• Ensure subcontractors are fully executing and complying with contracted scope of work;  

• Preparation of project schedule; communication and monitoring of project schedule;   

• Identify deficit work and provide resolution;  

• Proactively anticipate problems well in advance to avoid schedule delays and/or rush orders; 

• Maintain daily log of activities on job sites;  

• Ensure all project documentation is property completed, and submitted on a timely basis;  

• Meet regularly with assigned personnel to ensure proper communication flow – raise and discuss relevant issues with personnel as needed;  

• Control and monitor labour material and equipment expenses; assist in preparation of cost forecasting;  

• Identify any issues in the construction process and communicate to Construction Manager for resolution;  

• Maintain and enforce good construction standards and quality control;  

• Maintain safe job sites and ensure compliance to all OH&S requirements, champion a ‘safety-first- culture at all times;  

• Ensure job site is kept in a clean and organized manner. 

• Ensure that “as build” drawings are prepared on an ongoing basis by all trades during the construction process;  

• Work on jobsites as required to ensure project objectives are met;  

• Represent the Company in a professional manner.  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a supervisory role of commercial and/or industrial construction projects;  

• Journeyman’s classification in a skilled trade a strong asset, OR a degree or diploma in a construction management related field 

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE 
 

• Proven ability to solve problems;  

• Ability to effectively lead others;  

• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prioritize;  

• Ability to keep calm in stressful/high pressure situations;  

• Ability to interpret and implement blueprints and other construction drawings;  

• Strong knowledge of: 

• Construction terms; 

• Project Management concepts; 

• Budget control concepts;  

• OH&S legislation; 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 

• Professional in presentation and manner.  

What We Offer:  

• Competitive wages 

• Health/dental benefits 

• GRRSP matching program 

• Pizza Fridays!  

• Opportunity to be part of a growing exciting company, doing fun things in the city of Halifax 

How to Apply: 

If you are interested in applying, please submit a resume to jobs@rankgroup.ca with subject line: Construction Site Superintendent.   

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.