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Superintendent, Buildings Construction

@ Ledcor Construction Limited

Calgary, Alberta

Full-time5+ years experience
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Overview

Ledcor Construction Limited is hiring a Superintendent for its Buildings Construction team in Calgary, AB, a full-time, site-based role. The superintendent oversees day-to-day field operations, schedules, safety and quality on large multi-disciplinary projects, and directs field staff, trades and subcontractors. The posting asks for 5+ years as a superintendent and a drug and alcohol test.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee field staff to complete construction projects
  • Promote site safety and subcontractor compliance with HSE plan
  • Review and maintain project schedule and resolve delays
  • Participate in pre-bid and preconstruction planning
  • Manage hourly employees including forepersons, carpenters and labour

Requirements summary:

  • 5+ years as a construction superintendent
  • Trade certification or related education
  • Knowledge of OH&S and environmental standards
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test

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Employer posting date
2026-10-07
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SenioritySenior
Experience5+ years
Management experience5+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingConstruction site, Office
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Background checksdrug and alcohol
EducationTrade certificate (preferred)
Fields of studyConstruction
Perks mentionedWellness

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Job description
You are a seasoned Superintendent with 5+ years of field operations experience on multi-disciplinary, large-scale construction projects. In this role, you will be responsible for the smooth, day-to-day management of field activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality. You will develop and implement project plans and schedules, uphold company safety and quality programs, and direct the work of field staff, contractors, and trades.

Working independently with minimal guidance, you will serve as a resource for less-experienced team members while supporting the successful execution of project goals and contributing to the organization’s long-term success.

Apply today to join our growing Building’s Construction team in Calgary, AB.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Oversee staff to ensure the successful delivery of construction projects to completion
  • Promotes the overall site safety program including subcontractor compliance with Ledcor standards, the Health Safety and Environmental Plan (HSE Plan), and all applicable OH&S acts, regulations, and codes
  • Ensures that field staff are equipped with the resources required to efficiently complete projects according to approved plans, specifications and applicable building codes
  • Actively participates in the pre-bid and preconstruction process regarding site layout, logistics, scheduling, and workforce planning
  • Review and maintain schedule, ensure milestones are met, identify scheduling issues and delays and lead solution development
  • Maintains strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients/consultants
  • Supports and promotes Ledcor’s core values of safety, quality, integrity, sustainability and success
  • Managing hourly employees as required, including forepersons, carpenters, and labour staff

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of construction experience in a Superintendent position
  • Ability to successfully pass a drug and alcohol test
  • Combination of work experience in a similar role and industry-related trade certification/education
  • Expertise in safety within the organization and knowledge of OH&S and Environmental standards and regulations
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, and the ability to work with senior management
  • Strong technical knowledge of modern construction practices, documents, drawings, schedules, technologies, equipment, industry practices and contract negotiations

Working Conditions:

  • Site-based position in Calgary, AB

Additional Information

Ledcor Building offers full-service construction for commercial, residential, institutional, and light industrial projects, along with expertise in green building. Our depth of knowledge and expertise come from building hundreds of projects – of all sizes – across North America each year.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

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