The Civil Supervisor (12-month Fixed Term Contract) is responsible for supervising and directing construction activities for an assigned discipline within a specific work area by overseeing and coordinating the construction contractors and maintaining the project performance goals. The discipline supervisor will take all necessary measures to ensure that the works performed by the contractors under his responsibility are undertaken safely, executed to the prescribed quality standard, and in compliance with design specifications, schedule, and cost requirements. A supervisor must be a competent person in the construction trade so that they may accurately evaluate the methods and performance in all respects of the particular scope elements of the project for which they are accountable.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for construction supervision and administration including supervision of contractors and their subcontractors for assigned portions of the project
Ensure that the contractors perform the work in a safe manner and adhere to the health, safety and environmental rules and regulations for the specific project
Assists in the coordination of the design deliverables to support continuous and efficient construction
Communicates the identification, management and resolution of deficiencies and non-conformance to the Construction Manager
Assists with site administration and record keeping procedures in accordance with the Construction Execution Plan
Assists with construction estimating, scheduling, cost control and reporting for all work being performed by the contractor in his assigned area of the project.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
Technical degree/diploma or trade qualifications and equivalent years of supervisory experience required for a leadership position
Minimum five to ten years' onsite experience on major projects
Can demonstrate a health and safety focus in the planning and construction execution of a project
Strong leadership skills, the ability to motivate and lead discipline-focused site teams to successfully execute the assigned scope of work
Strong written and oral communication skills
Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills
Broad knowledge of the EPCM model of project delivery including the activities, interfaces and interdependencies of all project disciplines (engineering, procurement, construction management, and other project related disciplines)
Comprehensive knowledge and ability to practically interpret and apply good construction practice and appropriate industry standards
Willing to work a 6:2 rotation
Ability to operate effectively in a team environment
This is a site-based position and will include extended travel to remote areas.