Civil Superintendent

Aecon•Bowmanville, ON

1d•CA$155,000 - CA$165,000•Onsite

About The Position

Aecon is seeking a Civil Superintendent for the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) in Clarington, Ontario, as part of an alliance agreement with Kiewit Nuclear Canada for Ontario Power Generation (OPG). This role will support the Civil/Structural Powerblock scope, beginning in 2025 with the construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor. During the readiness phase, the Superintendent will assist in construction planning, reviews, and tool development. In execution, they will be responsible for supervising, coordinating, and scheduling construction activities for multiple scopes of work, ensuring compliance with the contract and job cost estimate, and maintaining safety and quality standards.

Requirements

Minimum of 7 years Civil/Structural construction and subcontractor supervision experience.
Knowledge of all aspects of construction such as technology, equipment, methods, trade agreements and jurisdiction, engineering, cost control, scheduling and safety requirements.
Must understand how to support a positive Nuclear Safety Culture.
Ability to plan and manage installation sequences, coordinate with engineering to ensure constructability, and communicate updates to project teams and vendors.
Experience in managing complex nuclear construction projects.
Ability to read and understand construction drawings, blueprints and specifications.
Must have a full appreciation of the importance of Quality Assurance Programs and their significance to the nuclear industry.

Responsibilities

Accountable for work planning and execution on the project including methods of construction, manpower levels, materials, tools & equipment, rentals and work schedules
Ensure alignment and partnering with the alliance partners.
Monitor and review plans/schedules and identify risks and issues.
Utilize project master schedule to create detailed look ahead schedules for General Foreman.
Responsibility for the implementation and enforcement of safety, quality and human performance programs.
Ensure that Aecon policies and project procedures are being adhered to and followed by project personnel.
Monitor and manage risks, develop recovery strategies when project schedule or budget are in jeopardy.
Assume responsibility for productivity of direct hire trade labour and subcontractors, efficient use of materials and tools & equipment and contractual performance of the project.
Understand and support applicable trade agreements.
Apply home company discipline policies and appropriately escalate performance concerns to the Construction Manager.
Ensure trades personnel complete all necessary training in areas of safety, quality assurance, technical qualifications, equipment operation and owner specified requirements.
Review and provide support in the creation of Construction Work Packages.
Ensure project is constructed in compliance with drawings, specifications, Construction Work Packages and project schedule and budget.
Interface with client representatives, design engineers, consultants, other contractors, etc.
Ensure project is constructed in accordance with QA Programs and project quality.
Perform regular field tours to check work progress and meet with project site personnel.
Carry out site safety inspections.
Participate in company-wide initiatives aimed at overall continuous improvement.
Review and approve timesheets, expense reports, vacation requests, and training requests, within Limits of Authority.
Responsible for performance management of all direct-report employees, including: coaching/mentoring, assistance with career planning and training, preparation of yearly and mid-year performance reviews.
Ensure all project staff and direct reports understand and comply with applicable code of conduct policies (Aecon and customer policy).