My client is a general contractor specializing in heavy civil construction.

Reporting to the General Superintendent, the Base Superintendent ensures that quality road services are provided to clients in a timely, efficient and cost effective manner. This position requires experience in a similar position.

Key responsibilities include:
- lead and manage base crew operations ensuring crews are trained and understand all aspects of the Quality Control Program.
- coordinates and schedules projects, equipment requirements, materials, supplies and sub-contractors with the General Superintendent.
- responsible for planning, hiring and training staff.
- ensures all environmental, health & safety standards are met and maintained on the job site.
- ensures that all equipment is in good repair and that regular maintenance is conducted.
- manages each project to ensure contract specifications and standards are met or exceed requirements.
- ensures timely paper flow to clients, engineers and corporate office.

The successful candidate will have a thorough knowledge of the road construction industry and road building, strong communication and team management skills, understanding of project management and excellent time management and planning skills.

They are seeking someone to start immediately, to learn their company and processes in order to be ready to start the 2011 road building season.