Finishing Superintendent - Thunder Bay

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You as a Finishing Superintendent will:

• Manage all construction activities with a specific focus on Architectural finishes and handover of complete spaces.
• Develop and maintain schedules and punch lists for the installation of Architectural finishes, ensuring timely completion.
• Inspect finishes for adherence to quality standards and construction documents.
• Manage the deficiency process with subcontractors onsite and ensure timely completion of the work.
• Oversee subcontractors and workers, providing guidance and ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements.
• Address any issues or discrepancies promptly to maintain project schedule.
• Maintain accurate daily records of work performed.

Is this the right role for you?

• Experience: 8-10 years of experience in construction, specifically in architectural work and finishes.
• Education: A degree/ diploma in construction management, architecture, or a related field is preferred. Consideration will be given to carpenters with experience.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications in construction management or quality control are advantageous.
• Extensive understanding of architectural finishes, materials, and techniques.
• Ability to ensure precision in the installation and finishing of materials, high attention to detail.
• Strong leadership skills to manage and motivate teams effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Proficient in identifying and resolving issues that may arise during the finishing process.
• Efficient in managing schedules and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Flexible in adapting to changes in project scope or materials.

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

​Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

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