Communications Systems Superintendent - LRT

• Direct day-to-day field operations for communications systems construction, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and to approved specifications.
• Coordinate and execute work in accordance with engineering drawings, approved submittals, and project requirements.
• Prepare and manage work schedules in coordination with Site Engineers/Coordinators and under the direction of the Package or Segment Manager.
• Coordinate work sequencing and site activities with adjacent segments, subsystems, and construction representatives to maintain schedule alignment.
• Interface with project managers, engineers, inspectors, vendors, subcontractors, and clients to resolve issues and maintain project alignment.
• Assist with interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews, facilitating technical clarifications with design and engineering teams.
• Provide field-level problem solving, identify risks, and escalate issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain a consistent on-site presence to monitor progress, manage issues, and support field execution.
• Complete daily field reports and maintain accurate documentation using project control systems.
• Take all necessary steps to maintain a safe working environment and ensure the safety integrity of all activities undertaken by crews and subcontractors.
• Lead and actively participate in safety programs including inspections, onboarding, hazard assessments (JHA/FLHA/SWP), near-miss reporting, and incident investigations.
• Assist in the investigation of accidents and incidents to determine root cause and preventative measures.
• Maintain accountability for safety performance within the assigned scope of work.
• Oversee installation quality and ensure all work complies with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Identify, report, and track non-conformances, coordinating corrective actions with Field Engineers or management as required.
• Promote environmental stewardship by integrating environmental controls into work Assist in developing and managing budgets, cost estimates, and efficiency analyses.
• Coordinate material procurement, equipment logistics, and site readiness for specialized communications system installations.
• Establish crew productivity targets and expected hours for specific tasks, managing shift durations and implementing controls to prevent overruns.
• Review and approve timesheets, ensuring alignment between hours worked and work completed.
• Lead, mentor, and coach multiple crews, foremen, and subcontractors across active work fronts or simultaneous sites.
• Foster strong, professional relationships with clients, inspectors, and internal stakeholders to support project success.
• Provide clear, timely updates on progress, risks, and changes to management and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate with field coordination teams to schedule and support survey, concrete, quality, safety, and environmental inspections.
• Provide technical and administrative support to the project team as required.

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in engineering or a construction-related discipline, or a relevant trade designation with equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of proven heavy civil construction experience, preferably on LRT or similar public infrastructure projects.
• Experience with communications systems construction, including telecom infrastructure, fiber optics, network cabling, radio, and security systems.
• Experience with earthworks, removals, concrete, and heavy equipment operations is considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license (clean abstract preferred).
• Ability to safely navigate active construction sites, including climbing, uneven terrain, and working outdoors in all Edmonton weather conditions.

• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Proven leadership, mentoring, and crew management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong organizational skills within a multi-discipline, multi-deadline environment.
• Proficient with MS Office and SharePoint.
• Field-oriented mindset with flexibility to work between field and office as required.
• Highly motivated, self-directed, and capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Solid knowledge of construction safety, health, and environmental standards.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Demonstrated sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving project goals.

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