Site Supervisor

Position Overview

To assist and support the Project/Branch Manager with the day-to-day management of construction related projects including site visits, customer service, supervision, productivity and quality control. Projects must be completed on-time, on-budget and to established quality standards. Part of the role will involve carpentry work or deficiency repairs on the tools.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in writing and reviewing scopes of work to ensure accuracy of work as well as labour and materials required for completing the job
• Develop a detailed materials list for assigned projects as per completed scope of work and approved budget
• Assist the Project Manager in developing a flow chart that includes task timelines and project completion date
• Assess damaged properties and use computer aided estimating program (Xactimate) to produce estimates
• Provides a detailed breakdown/analysis to Project Managers to aid in determining the extent of damage and provides estimate
• Liaises with external stakeholders including but not limited to, suppliers, representatives from the insurance company and sub-trades
• Coordinate all materials for delivery or pick up as required
• Assist the Project Manager in developing Request for Proposals, selection of subcontractors, and completion of related documentation
• Supervise and coordinate both production employees and subcontractors, and maintain orderliness, organization and quality control on the job site
• Supervise large loss job sites including all coordination of staff, sub-contractors, engineers, inspectors, etc.
• Update and maintain communications with Project Manager, Project Coordinator and Production teams
• Obtain necessary permits and meet with building inspectors as required
• Provide Project Manager with detailed accounting services for billing process, including progress billings, open items, and necessary supplements
• Complete all necessary project documentation including work authorizations, stage approval sign-offs, and completion certificates
• Obtain signed change orders for all work not on original estimate
• Complete minor deficiencies to acceptable quality standards
• Assist with on site clean-up and debris removal as required
• Respond to emergency calls and follow-through to completion

Ensure all relevant safety standards are followed according to Canstar and WorkSafe BC requirements

Note: These are representative duties and responsibilities but are not all encompassing and may change from time to time

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• 4-5 years of hands-on experience in construction and carpentry
• Experience working with a variety of structures (residential, commercial, institutional)
• Experience working in the insurance restoration industry is considered beneficial
• Valid BC driver’s license with a satisfactory driver abstract.
• Previous project management experience is an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to complete carpentry duties
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Ability to use Xactimate; complete checklist, diagrams, and take photos for its use
• Good working knowledge of working with construction related machinery, equipment, chemical applications, practices and mechanical devices
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Organizational, negotiation and supervisory skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Intermediate typing and MS Office experience

Working Conditions

• This position primarily reports out of the Whistler office but also travels along the Sea-to-Sky Highway and to job sites within the Lower Mainland area
• There is a considerable amount of driving required
• Shifts vary but usually are from 8:00am to 4:30pm less a half hour unpaid lunch break
• Overtime is required on a periodic basis.
• This position does have a component of on-call shifts