Site Superintendent - Civil Earthworks Focus

About York

At York, we are bold, fast, and relentlessly focused on what matters: our clients. 

While others get lost in bureaucracy and outdated thinking, we cut through the noise. We challenge the status quo, move with urgency, and make decisions that serve our clients, not just our bottom line. We take full ownership, work together to solve complicated problems, and execute—no excuses, no shortcuts. 

This is not the place for complacency. Our team thrives in a high-performance, no-BS environment— we are a group of high performers who think critically, move fast, and follow through. The success of our business depends on the willingness of our team to ditch antiquated ways of operating and adapt new methods for achieving excellent results. 

This is how we work. This is how we win. 

Position Summary

This is a contract position (4–6 months) with the potential for longer-term employment based on project needs. The Site Superintendent – Civil/Earthworks shares our energy and passion in building a company committed to transparent, honest, and simple construction services. They are responsible for overseeing YCI civil and earthworks projects to successful completion. They organize and coordinate all site activities and supervise crews to complete the project on time and on budget. The Superintendent is responsible for job site safety, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, project meetings, inspections, and quality control.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all on-site project specific civil and earthworks activities; ensure project construction is executed in a safe, timely, and efficient manner

Manage site flow of information

Create and manage construction schedules; coordinate earthworks sequencing and assist subcontractors in maintaining productivity

Liaise with clients, AHJ officials, utility owners, and regulatory bodies; develop and maintain productive working relationships

Review civil and grading drawings, geotechnical reports, and construction documents to identify conflicts and issues in advance

Supervise earthworks subcontractors, equipment operators, suppliers, and field labour

Conduct site safety orientations, tailgate meetings, and weekly safety meetings with all subcontractors and field personnel

Review on-site civil and earthworks activities to confirm that work is being constructed per drawings, specifications, codes, and geotechnical requirements, and that all work meets York and industry standards

Establish and maintain the job site; coordinate heavy equipment, materials, and site office requirements for civil operations

Monitor and maintain the project construction schedule on a regular basis; flag risks to earthworks sequencing and proactively adjust to keep the project on track

Implement and enforce OHS requirements and York Construction’s Health and Safety Program, with particular attention to excavation, trenching, and ground disturbance hazards

Review the accuracy of civil shop drawings, as-built surveys, change orders, and RFI’s as required

Investigate and resolve any issues that arise

Responsible for field documentation including daily logs, earthwork quantity tracking, ground disturbance records, daily safety inspections, and other required reports

Order materials and schedule inspections as necessary; coordinate underground utility locates, offsite utilities, and liaise with applicable authorities having jurisdiction

Ensure Quality Control / Quality Assurance processes are adhered to, including compaction testing, material gradation, and reviews performed by testing agencies and geotechnical consultants

Provide leadership and technical guidance to other team members

Constantly strive to improve company processes and the quality of the finished product

Bona Fide Occupational Requirements (BFOR)

The ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and safely as part of daily duties.

The ability to walk long distances over uneven terrain as required by the nature of the work. This includes navigating areas with potential obstacles and varying surfaces.

What you bring to York

A minimum of 5+ years’ experience as a Site Superintendent, with demonstrated experience on civil and/or earthworks projects

Hands-on experience with earthworks scopes including grading, excavation, underground utilities, site servicing, and/or stormwater management

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Previous experience using Procore considered an asset

Ability to work in a fast-paced organization continually meeting deadlines without sacrificing safety standards

Creativity to provide solutions

Contributes to a collaborative and respectful workplace culture

Passion, excitement, and positivity to the job

Work within the team, embrace the contract nature of this role, and uphold York’s values

Core Competencies

Civil & Earthworks Technical Knowledge

Team Management

Quality Control

Safety Management

Leadership

Assumed Competencies

Time Management & Organization

Communication

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