Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent - Paving, Roads and Highways MTO

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

The Assistant Site Superintendent/Site Superintendent plays a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of paving, road and highway construction projects valued between $5M and $15M, including MTO work. This position oversees day-to-day site operations, ensuring all activities align with project design, budgets, timelines, and safety standards.

Responsibilities include planning, scheduling, directing, and coordinating resources to achieve efficient, safe, and high-quality project execution. The superintendent also acts as a liaison between clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to resolve issues, manage workflows, and keep projects on track.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan workforce, equipment, and material needs to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and profitably.
• Provide direction to subcontractors, coordinators, engineers, foremen, and junior site staff assigned to the project.
• Monitor site safety practices, promoting a zero-incident culture.
• Act as the point of contact for addressing performance issues, subcontractor disputes, and client concerns
• Work with project managers to prepare estimates, budgets, and schedules, including bi-weekly updates.
• Review project profitability, cash flow, and critical path schedules; implement adjustments as needed.
• Participate in project closeout reviews, offering insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Track, review, and approve worker timesheets for payroll and cost management.

• Oversee and approve work performed on-site by crews and subcontractors to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct and sign off on health, safety, and environmental inspections.
• Coordinate with project managers to issue progress certificates, process billings, and maintain accurate records.
• Lead weekly site meetings and prepare two-week look-ahead schedules for contractors and subcontractors.

• College diploma in Civil Construction or equivalent industry experience eg. foreman, labourer etc
• Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience in the civil construction industry, including working on MTO projects across Ontario
• Proven skills in planning, scheduling, and coordinating civil construction work.
• Familiarity with government contracts is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental responsibilities.

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication with sound judgment and professional assertiveness.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and competing demands under pressure.

• Proficiency with scheduling software (Primavera, MS Project) and contract management.
• Trained in safety programs, project management, and ethical business practices.