Bridge Superintendent- Post Tensioning
Subsidiary: Colas Canada Inc.
Colas Canada is part of the Colas Group, a world leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. The Colas Group also has a network of companies in the USA.
Responsibilities
As Superintendent on the segmental bridge team, you will be responsible for providing high level management of our self-performing crews and subcontractors working to complete the 1.7km elevated guideway on the Edmonton Valley Line West LRT project.
Long Description
As a successful candidate, you will be responsible for:
• Working closely with Project Managers
• Participating in pre-project and pre-task planning activities then communicating to field crews
• Motivating team members to work together to accomplish tasks, coordinate work activities with other construction project activities and assign work to employees
• Ensuring crews are operating all tools and equipment in a safe, proper and productive manner
• Providing training and assistance to crews in the performance of work related tasks
• Assisting Project Managers in evaluating various production rates
• Completing all essential paperwork in a clear an accurate manner
• Providing leadership to our Safety 24/7 culture
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
• 10+ years of experience in post-tensioning focused construction with at least 5 of those years in a Foreman or Assistant Superintendent role
• Previous experience in segmental bridge erection and placement of post-tensioning systems, essential
• 10+ years experience in concrete repair, formwork and finishing, grouting, etc.
• Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) Certifications a Plus
• Proven ability to supervise crews of 10+ technicians / labourers
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and execute to construction drawings and contract specifications
• Established dedication to safety and ability to display adherence to Structural's operating principles
• Proven experience to produce look-ahead schedules and work with other construction documents as required by the project
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with the customer, crew and project teams
• Intermediate computer skills and construction math skills
Our ideal Superintendent candidate is an innovative but decisive field manager who can work effectively in a highly collaborative, team-based environment; has the ability to set goals and expectations and hold others accountable; can encourage and mentor others; is approachable, empathetic and outgoing; can quickly gain trust and respect; and is able to establish and maintain relationships.
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