Live In Building Superintendent Jobs in Kitchener, ON

Milestone is looking for creative people who enjoy a challenge. We provide contracting excellence to our clients, daring them to let us collaborate on their toughest and most sensitive projects across Canada. Specializing in soil and ground remediation, water treatment, heavy civil construction, building decommissioning, land reclamation and rehabilitating sensitive habitats; our people thrive in a fast paced and everchanging environment. Everyone on our team believes in finding creative solutions for our clients while making a positive impact to our environment and community. This can be a tough job and isnt for everyone. Milestone is up to the challenge, are you?

Milestones success comes from putting our team first. We are employee-owned and commit to keeping our people safe, offering competitive wages and benefits, and providing opportunity for professional growth and development. Putting our people first is a promise we have been able to deliver on for the last 10 years and we continue growing stronger. If you think you are a fit, then we want you to grow with us. Learn more about us and what we do on our website!MilestoneEnv.ca

At Milestone, we collaborate relentlessly; we strive to inspire a diverse team of talent; we care, we are equitable, we are inclusive. We want every team member to feel and know they belong here. We are inspired by our people - the best in the business. Our work with Indigenous partners and communities has been a tremendous source of pride and learning for Milestone. We are committed to Indigenous Peoples as partners and employees. We have much to learn from all our partners and employees. We look forward to continuing to attract and retain the best people to tackle the most complex challenges of a cleaner world. Only through acknowledging and encouraging everyones potential and contributions will we succeed.

Position Summary:

Milestone is currently seeking a Contract Superintendent to manage all site activities performed on their designated project. This is a contract position with the potential to transition into a full-time role, based on project needs and performance.Oversight should ensure that projects are completed safely, within schedule, and on budget.

You will be responsible for representing Milestone in a professional way that reflects our core values of Ingenuity, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Caring, Accountability and Collaboration.

As the Superintendent you must foster a collaborative work environment and be able to problem solve while managing the variability posed by our challenging worksites.

Responsibilities:

• Keep training up to date in line with MECI programs.
• Have a working knowledge of all HSE requirements and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with MECIs safety department and disseminate pertinent safety information to the project team and subcontractors.
• Reads and understands the project scope, project control estimates and client contract.
• Reviews and understands project related subcontracts.
• Communicates and tracks any changes to project scope, requests for additional work, client contract or subcontracts to the Project Manager.
• Review and understanding of relevant project specification and drawings.
• Participate in the development of site specific workplans and schedules, communicating that information to the onsite team.
• Implement site specific workplans and continually audit their effectiveness against project specifications to ensure quality and accuracy of work completed.
• Provide daily updates on progress to Project Manager.
• Maintain and update project schedule as required.
• Shift duration and frequency is variable and dependent on project and client requirements. Shifts can include weekends, nights and holidays.
  

Health and Safety

Reads, understands, and follows MECIs Corporate Health and Safety Program, Policy, and Procedures. Ensures health and safety is considered in the performance of all activities both on and off the job. Participation in H & S initiatives will be monitored and reviewed as necessary.

Education Requirements:

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• Environmental/Civil Construction experience or diploma is an asset but not required.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or experiences from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
  

Experience Required:

• Experience in a Superintendent role is required.
• Environmental/Civil and construction industry is an asset.
• Experience in the safe operation of heavy equipment.
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Team player with strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Disciplined, motivated self-starter capable of high performance with minimal supervision.
• Excellent planning and organization skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Able to understand and prioritize requests.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Intermediate computer skills (MS Excel, MS Word, MS Office)
• Ability to interpret and read engineering drawings / specifications.
  
• Basics of Supervisor Training certificate is a requirement.
• First Aid CPR Level C is required.
  

Work Environment:

• Onsite work environment is outdoors and subject to all weather conditions. Must be willing to work out of different regions within Canada including but not limited to Northern remote regions (Nunavut, Yukon). Shift duration and frequency is variable and dependent on project and client requirements. Shifts can include weekends, nights and holidays.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging:

At Milestone, we believe our strength lies in the diversity of our people and the inclusive culture we foster every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and base our employment decisions on merit, qualifications, and ability. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Inclusion is embedded in how we work, collaborate, and lead. We actively strive to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute fully. Our dedication to learning, accountability, and cultural awareness helps us grow as individuals and as an organization.

We are especially proud of our partnerships and work with Indigenous Peoples and communities. These relationships are a continuing source of growth, knowledge, and mutual respect. We commit to listening, learning, and participating in meaningful truth and reconciliation efforts in collaboration with Indigenous partners, employees, and communities across Canada.

At Milestone, we recognize that the diverse perspectives, experiences, and talents of our team are key to solving the complex environmental challenges of today and tomorrow. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining individuals who reflect the communities we serve and share our vision for a cleaner, more equitable world.

Compensation & Benefits:

At Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc., we recognize that our people are our greatest strength. We are proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being, growth, and success.

• Competitive salary based on experience, skills, internal equity, and work location;
• Comprehensive health, dental, and prescription drug coverage;
• Annual pro-rated $500 Health Spending Account;
• Group Registered Savings Plan (GRSP) with employer matching after 3 months of employment;
• Three weeks vacation to start;
• Paid Annual Cultural Day to celebrate what matters most to you;
• Annual professional development budget to support certifications, training, and career advancement.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest, however only the ones selected for the interview will be contacted.