Site Superintendent - Commercial Glass and Aluminum

Site Superintendent - Commercial Glass and Aluminum

Whitehorse, Yukon

Opportunity to work and live in one of the most beautiful places in Canada - Whitehorse, Yukon.

RAB Energy Group Inc. is a Yukon First Nation-owned, for-profit corporation whose operating companies Northerm Windows and Doors (Whitehorse, YT) and Capitol Glass (Anchorage, AK) are in the business of providing the highest quality windows, doors, commercial glass and aluminum, garage doors and related building products to customers throughout the North with emphasis on superior quality, service and the environment. Northerm operates the largest manufacturing / assembly facility in the Yukon, has approximately 60 employees, and was recognized by the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce as the Outstanding Workplace of the Year in their 2022 Business Excellence Awards.

Established as the Yukon's capital city in 1953, the City of Whitehorse is home to some of the most spectacular scenery, talented artists and innovative businesses in Canada. Situated along the Yukon River on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dn First Nation and the Ta'an Kwch'n Council, over 33,000 people call Whitehorse home. The City enjoys a healthy economy thanks to a strong business community, which was recognized when Whitehorse was named the top city for entrepreneurs in 2018 by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. The City also enjoys a successful working relationship with the areas First Nations and the territorial government.

Environmental sustainability and responsibility have become a key priorities for the City. Known as Wilderness City, access to nature remains a top value for residents who can enjoy recreation activities year-round, a vibrant art scene and a multitude of cultures as people from all over the world have decided to settle north of 60.

There is a reason why Whitehorse has seen a steady growth in population; it's because it truly is a wonderful place to live, work and play. This is your opportunity to trade in noise, congestion and traffic for clean air, open spaces and untouched wilderness while growing your career.

For more on life in the Yukon, explore the Travel Yukon website at: www.travelyukon.com

Relocation assistance is available for the selected candidate should they reside outside of Whitehorse.

Position Summary:

Reporting directly to the Manager, Commercial Operations and/or Project Manager, the Site Superintendent is responsible for the day-to-day operations at their project site(s). The Site Superintendent is responsible for the allocation of resources, equipment and subcontractors within their projects. They monitor and inspect work in progress to ensure compliance with contract specifications and company standards. The main objective of the Site Superintendent will be to deliver work safely, within time, within budget and to the expected level of quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and direct construction projects in strict accordance with contract documents, blueprints and Northerm procedures.
• Perform site reviews and measure-ups.
• Ensure safety compliance by all workers, including subcontractors.
• Maintain effective working relationships with clients.
• Ensure all reports and documentation are completed, including daily journals, Health and Safety documentation, equipment records and photo log of work in progress and completed.
• Day-to-day coordination of construction crews, owned equipment, rented equipment, material supply and subcontractors.

Plan and implement construction schedules with Project Manager and confirm manpower, equipment and subcontractor availability.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of construction site supervision, preferably in the areas of glass, aluminum, doors, curtain wall or similar.
• Completion of a post-secondary education program in Construction Management an asset.
• Proficient in both written and verbal English, with the ability to undertake moderately complex technical correspondence and conversations, as well as to provide clear direction to project team members.
• Proven leader of people able to engage and motivate a team to consistently deliver their best work.
• Ability to review and interpret contracts and blueprints, ensuring any additional work outside of project scope is identified.
• Adept at multi-tasking and prioritizing in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, working well under pressure and meeting deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

If you are a dedicated and motivated infrastructure construction site superintendent looking for exciting and challenging projects, we look forward to hearing from you.

As a 100% First Nation-owned business, we strongly encourage submissions from qualified CAFN Citizens and First Nation Citizens from across Yukon and other territories and provinces.

While we thank and appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

No phone calls or agencies, please.