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The Assistant Site Superintendent supports the Site Superintendent in managing daily construction activities and ensuring projects run smoothly. They help coordinate subcontractors, monitor progress, and address any site challenges to keep work on schedule.

This role also involves maintaining quality standards, ensuring compliance with regulations, and assisting with inspections. By managing resources and communicating with project teams, they contribute to the overall efficiency of the construction process.

With strong organizational and problem-solving skills, the Assistant Site Superintendent plays a key role in delivering successful homebuilding projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Site Coordination & Trade Management

• Provide support to the Site Superintendent for day-to-day operations of the site and projects.
• Identify and resolve trade performance issues and other challenges affecting project timelines, escalating concerns as necessary.
• Synchronize activities between trades and subcontractors, preventing scheduling conflicts and workflow disruptions.
• Ensure that debris, tools, and materials are properly stored at the end of each workday to maintain a safe and organized job site.

Quality Control & Inspections

• Verify that materials, tools, and plans are ready before starting tasks to ensure compliance and efficiency and that teams have access to shared tools and materials.
• Conduct routine inspections during construction to identify and correct issues early, preventing delays.
• Review completed work to confirm quality standards are met, ensuring zero missing items at the Pre-Possession Inspection (PPI) stage with a maximum of 6 deficiencies per unit for FSO, and per building for TH.
• Record and document inspection results, noting any deficiencies and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Walk all units 3 times per week to ensure compliance with local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines.

Compliance & Safety Assurance

• Compare on-site work to project drawings and specifications, identifying and addressing discrepancies.
• Confirm compliance with local building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards to avoid violations.
• Assign and oversee corrective actions to resolve deficiencies, ensuring all subcontractors complete necessary repairs.
• Coordinate with inspectors to secure occupancy permits and certifications, verifying the proper installation of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Resource & Budget Management

• Track daily expenses, including labor, materials, and equipment usage, ensuring adherence to budget expectations.
• Optimize on-site labor and material usage to minimize waste, prevent over-ordering, and control costs.
• Coordinate with procurement teams to schedule timely material deliveries without overstocking or delaying tasks.

Project Communication & Reporting

• Provide regular updates to construction and project managers regarding budget status, quality concerns, and potential risks.
• Attend weekly construction meetings to discuss progress, resolve issues, and ensure alignment across teams.
• Ensure teams have access to necessary tools and materials at the start of each workday to prevent delays.
• Document and share weekly project updates with relevant stakeholders to maintain transparency and accountability.

Experience

• Apprenticeship or trade certification in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, or another construction-related trade.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or better in Civil Engineering or related field
• Bachelor's degree or better in Construction Management Services or related field

Licenses & Certifications

• Prov Driver's License