Asphalt Paving Superintendent

Asphalt/Paving Superintendent

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DeFord Contracting Inc. is looking for an experienced and hardworking Asphalt/Paving Superintendentfor Civil Construction city projects in and around the Greater Edmonton Area.

DeFord Contracting Inc. offers top wages based on experience, a comprehensive benefits package (extended healthcare, dental care, vision care, life insurance, employee assistance program, etc.), company events (including holiday parties and summer BBQ’s), and a team-oriented environment, all within a very supportive and positive working environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage, organize, and schedule a division of foreman/women, equipment operators, and labourers performing paving support for subdivisions, commercial surface work, road building, and various projects
• Manage day to day site activities
• Ensure labour, equipment, materials and sub-contractors are on site when necessary
• Collaborate and correspond with customers, engineers, and project managers in a positive and professional manner
• Ensure that the construction crews or sub-contractors perform work in accordance to contract drawings, specifications, Health and Safety Plans, and all applicable legislation
• Manage and keep daily quantities
• Provide input to estimating team during bidding process
• Develop paving schedules, including material types and quantities
• Ensure materials, equipment, and labour are utilized efficiently and effectively
• Communicate with Foreman/Forewomen to ensure that deliveries to site are complete and in accordance with materials order
• Ensure all employees are working in accordance with company and other governing safe work policies and procedures
• Participate in project meetings and facilitate regularly scheduled meetings related to projects
• Coordinate with Human Resources on a variety of employee related topics/issues (i.e., recruitment, terminations, training, etc.), including assisting in the interviewing and hiring process of paving employees
• Ensure that all equipment that is not functioning properly is properly reported
• Provide training, leadership, and mentorship to employees
• Interface with the client and other contractors
• Ensure the safety of the division, equipment, and environment, leading by example
• Ensure paving crews are conducting all daily safety reports (i.e., safety meetings, equipment inspections, etc.)
• Demonstrate conflict resolution in difficult situations and resolve issues amongst teammates, co-workers, clients, etc.
• Ensure that work is completed according to schedule
• Manage timesheets for all paving team members

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Senior paving leadership role (Superintendent and/or Foreman/woman); OR a minimum of 7+ years’ experience leading construction crews
• Must have relevant experience in Paving operations and have in-depth knowledge of best paving practices
• Experience with operation of Paver and Screed; preferred
• Must possess strong leadership/mentorship and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to provide and receive constructive and actionable feedback
• Must be a team player and have the ability to work cohesively in a team environment
• Possess a strong understanding of blueprints and equipment knowledge
• Be safety orientated, self-motivated, and work well with others
• Ability to work under pressure and handle difficult issues in a positive and professional manner
• Possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Possess strong organizational skills
• Must have a good knowledge of the City and surrounding areas
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Drivers License with a clean driver’s abstract
• Above average computer skills required
• Must have the ability to make educated decisions in a timely manner, sometimes under deadlines and pressure
• Must be willing/able to work long hours (overtime during busy seasons) in varying weather conditions

DeFord Contracting Inc. is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment, where all of our employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We seek to fully integrate the principles of Employment Equity and build a workforce that reflects the diversity in the communities in which we live and serve.

We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Key words: paving, asphalt, foreman, construction, supervisor, equipment operator, superintendent

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company car
• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Experience:

• Paving/Asphalt: 5 years (preferred)
• Leadership/Supervisor: 3 years (preferred)
• Civil Construction: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driver's Licence and a Clean Driving Absrtact (preferred)

Work Location: In person