There is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to join the site construction team in Vancouver as a Formwork Superintendent. The ideal candidate has an excellent knowledge of concrete, formwork and possesses a high level written and oral communication. This person will be responsible for managing a team of superintendents across various projects throughout the lower mainland.

About the company:

CapWest is a fast-growing, well-established forming contractor. We currently have a large and diverse project portfolio with many interesting projects all over Vancouver. We have a very experienced team of construction professionals and are looking for motivated candidates to join our team and grow this division.

About you:

Seeking a strong communicator, strategic leader with strong experience in forming and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Must have extensive knowledge of construction technology, strong ability to multitask and who has an innovative approach, which lead to significant cost and time savings.

Job Description:

• Schedule concrete pours & order concrete pumps and crews accordingly
• Coordinate with other trades on site throughout the building process
• Coordinate adequate man power with guidance from Operations Manager
• Schedule inspections with appropriate engineers for falsework Prior to Pour
• Perform accurate quantity take off’s for building material, falsework, concrete etc. as required
• Coordination with Field Manager and General Contractor
• Manage site Structural & Architectural changes ie: SI’s, CO’s, SSI’s, ASI’s, back-up to prepare RFI’s
• Read and interpret plans, instructions, blueprints, structural drawings, rough sketches, and specifications to determine work activities
• Plan, assign, schedule and supervise the work of concrete crews, laborers, truck drivers and equipment operators engaged in the construction
• Completion of administrative paperwork relating to the site
• Maintain a resource schedule
• Prepare computerized schedule and update schedule reporting
• Track and report daily job productions
• Control daily costs and waste
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members on an ongoing basis
• Manage and prevent occupational hazards and ensure site meets all safety standard

Summary of Qualifications & Requirements:

• Minimum 5 + years of concrete forming experience
• Proficient in Microsoft applications, Excel, Word, Office Project
• Ability to prepare and edit schedules
• Strong technical building knowledge and ability to recognize proper forming techniques to
• support required dimensions of concrete structures
• Must have knowledge of practices, methods, equipment, materials and tools used in concrete
• construction and maintenance
• Excellent knowledge of Building Code
• Proven performance in leadership and managing both people and construction sites
• Demonstrated effective communication and team building skills
• Be results focused with a proven track record of accomplishments in the construction industry
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, problem solve, make recommendations for change, implement and evaluate and provide a strong process perspective
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve, juggle numerous and diverse activities, organizing and prioritizing appropriately to meet demands and expectations
• Be a motivated self-starter who thrives in a fast pace team environment and have a desire to grow with the Company
• Level 1 or 2 First Aid ticket

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive pay & a Comprehensive Benefits Package.
• Benefits include company-paid extended health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance, critical illness, and critical life insurance.
• Annual Education Allowance
• Generous Referral Program
• Fun & collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events
• Local discounts to restaurants, clothing stores, and more
• Friends and Family rates for Level Hotels & Furnished Suites, The Opus Hotel, and The Emily Hotel
  • In Vancouver, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Seattle

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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