Posted 5 days ago
Superintendent - Water & Wastewater
@ PCL Construction
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
PCL Construction is hiring an experienced Superintendent for water and wastewater projects in Calgary. The role supervises field work, schedules and coordinates trades and subcontractors, and keeps projects on budget, quality and safety standards. Candidates need 15+ years of field supervision experience and an NCSO designation.
Responsibilities:
- Implement PCL's safety program on water and wastewater projects
- Supervise, coach and mentor the project team
- Coordinate own forces, trades and subcontractors
- Build and maintain the project schedule and critical path
- Manage budget, quality and financial targets
Requirements summary:
- NCSO designation required
- 15+ years of progressive field supervision experience
- Experience supervising water and wastewater construction
- Journeyperson certificate, or related bachelor's degree or diploma
- Proficiency in scheduling software
- Enrollment in Gold Seal program preferred
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 15+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Construction site, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | NCSO designation, Gold Seal |
| Education | Trade certificate (required), Bachelor’s degree (required), College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Construction, Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Wellness, Paid training |
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PCL Construction
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Full company description
PCL is a group of independent construction companies that carries out work across Canada, the United States, the Caribbean, and in Australia. These diverse operations in the civil infrastructure, heavy industrial, and buildings markets are supported by a strategic presence in 31 major centers. PCL is 100% employee-owned. Watch us build at www.pcl.com
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- PCL Construction
- Specialties
- BUILDINGS CONSTRUCTION
- CIVIL INFRASTRUCTURE CONSTRUCTION
- and HEAVY INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION
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PCL is a group of independent construction companies that carries out work across Canada, the United States, the Caribbean, and in Australia. These diverse operations in the civil infrastructure, heavy industrial, and buildings markets are supported by a strategic presence in 31 major centers. PCL is 100% employee-owned. Watch us build at www.pcl.com
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | BUILDINGS CONSTRUCTIONCIVIL INFRASTRUCTURE CONSTRUCTIONand HEAVY INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 157 |
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The future you want is within reach. Let's build it together.
At PCL Construction Management Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don't just build projects -- we build opportunities, careers and communities. We are 100% employee-owned, every employee has a stake in our success, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.
We're a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build with. That includes you. We are not only shaping the future of construction, we are also committed to shaping the future of your career.
We are seeking experienced Superintendents with direct, hands-on experience delivering water and wastewater infrastructure projects to join our dynamic civil team. The successful candidate brings deep field knowledge of water/wastewater construction projects, including treatment plants, pump stations, reservoirs and associated process, mechanical, electrical and civil works. As a Superintendent — Water & Wastewater, you will work with multidisciplinary teams to meet performance, productivity, quality and safety standards on projects.
Why Choose PCL?
Choose a career with rewards that matter. PCL's total rewards are designed to support your growth, well-being and future success -- because when you succeed, we all do. Our offerings could include:
- Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
- Annual discretionary performance bonuses
- RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
- Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
- Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
- Life, AD&D and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave and family care support
- Health and lifestyle spending account options
- Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
- Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
- Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
- Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions
Here's how a Superintendent - Water & Wastewater for PCL Construction Management Inc. within Calgary contributes to our team:
Responsibilities
- Implements PCL's safety program in all site plans and procedures for assigned water/wastewater projects, ensuring compliance with safety and record-keeping requirements.
- Supervises, coaches, trains and mentors the project team.
- Effectively communicates with own forces and trades, ensuring performance, productivity, quality and safety requirements are met on water/wastewater projects.
- Collaborates with the construction/project manager and project team to proactively manage potential problems, work interferences, and schedule conflicts.
- Liases between field engineers, estimators, and subcontractors to ensure construction complies with drawings and specifications.
- Liases with client, other site contractors, union and labor relations, and site and office representatives.
- Visualizes the full lifecycle of a water/wastewater project, plans and creates the complete project schedule, identifies the critical path, and anticipates constructability issues.
- Develops and implements the Project Execution Plan and three-week lookahead schedules, integrating process installation, testing, commissioning, and turnover requirements typical of water and wastewater facilities.
- Maintains and executes the project plan and schedule, ensuring budget and quality compliance.
- Reviews and understands the contract and subcontracts and develops a plan that identifies and mitigates risks and maximizes opportunities to ensure all financial targets, including budgets, forecasts, and profitability levels are met.
- Maintains project administration correspondence and complies with documentation requirements.
- Develops and maintains strong customer-focused relationships with all stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Journeyperson certificate or Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a related discipline; NCSO designation required; enrollment in the Gold Seal program preferred.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in field supervision, with direct experience supervising water/wastewater construction projects.
- In-depth knowledge of the construction industry, with demonstrated expertise in water and wastewater construction, including materials, specifications, methods and procedures.
- Understanding of project scope and ability to apply engineering principles to water and wastewater construction plans and schedules.
- Proficient in scheduling software and logic application.
- Ability to coordinate multiple scopes of a construction project, including scheduling and monitoring own forces work (OFW) and trade contractors.
- Thorough understanding of productivity rates, Labor Cost Reports (LCRs) and cost report interpretation.
- Knowledge of contract language, risk mitigation and opportunity identification.
- In-depth knowledge of safety and environmental principles, procedures and legislation, including those governing water/wastewater treatment, environmental protection and regulatory compliance.
- Ability to lead effective site meetings and interview or present at client meetings for project pursuits.
Your Work Has Purpose Here
PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.
At PCL Construction Management Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.
We know everyone's needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected] and include the position and location of interest.
This recruitment process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.
Company: PCL Construction Management Inc.
Primary Location: Calgary, Alberta
Job Title: Superintendent - Water & Wastewater
Requisition ID: 11768
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