Site Superintendent (Contract Role)

About York

At York, we are bold, fast, and relentlessly focused on what matters: our clients. 

While others get lost in bureaucracy and outdated thinking, we cut through the noise. We challenge the status quo, move with urgency, and make decisions that serve our clients, not just our bottom line. We take full ownership, work together to solve complicated problems, and execute—no excuses, no shortcuts. 

This is not the place for complacency. Our team thrives in a high-performance, no-BS environment— we are a group of high performers who think critically, move fast, and follow through. The success of our business depends on the willingness of our team to ditch antiquated ways of operating and adapt new methods for achieving excellent results. 

This is how we work. This is how we win. 

Position Summary 

This is a contract position (4-6 months). The Site Superintendent shares our energy and passion in building a company committed to transparent, honest, and simple construction services. They are responsible for overseeing YCI construction projects to successful completion. They organize and coordinate all site activities and supervise crews to complete the project on time and on budget. The Superintendent is responsible for job site safety, scheduling, trade coordination, project meetings, inspections and quality control.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Manage all on site activities; ensure project construction is executed in a safe, timely and efficient manner
  
• Manage site flow of information
  
• Liaison with clients, AHJ officials and create working relationships
  
• Reviewing all work drawings to identify conflicts and issues in advance
  
• Supervise sub-trades, suppliers, and field workers
  
• Conduct site safety orientation and weekly safety meetings with sub-trades 
  
• Review on-site work to confirm that project is being built as per drawings, specifications, code and ensure that all finishes are to York and industry standards
  
• Assemble the job site office and equipment requirements
  
• Monitor and maintain the project construction schedule on a regular basis 
  
• Implement and enforce the requirements of OHS and York Construction Health and Safety Program 
  
• Review the accuracy of shop drawings, change orders, and RFI’s as required 
  
• Investigate and resolve any issues that arise 
  
• Responsible for field documentation such as daily logs, conduct daily
  safety inspections and other required reports 
  
• Order materials and schedules inspections as necessary; include coordinate offsite utilities and review with the applicable authority
  
• Ensure Quality Control / Quality Assurance process is adhered to, and reviews are performed by testing agencies and consultants 
  
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to other team members 
  
• Constantly strive to improve company processes and the quality of the finished product
  

Bona Fide Occupational Requirements (BFOR)

• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and safely as part of daily duties.
• The ability to walk long distances over uneven terrain as required by the nature of the work. This includes navigating areas with potential obstacles and varying surfaces.  

What you bring to York 

• A minimum of 5+ years’ experience as a Site Superintendent 
• Experience working on projects in a variety of sectors – light industrial and commercial  
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 
• Previous experience using Procore considered an asset  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced organization continually meeting deadlines without sacrificing safety standards 
• Creativity to provide solutions  
• Contributes to a collaborative and respectful workplace culture  
• Passion, excitement, and positivity to the job  
• Work within the team and uphold York’s values