Rotations: 5x2 or 14x7 (camp available for FIFO)Role OverviewThe Senior Construction Lead supports the delivery of major early‐works packages for a large‐scale industrial megaproject in Kitimat. The scope includes marine infrastructure, demolition, dredging, ground improvement, geotechnical programs, and site support activities. This role leads a small owner‐side construction team and manages multiple contractors to ensure safe, high‐quality, and efficient execution in a remote, unionized, and operationally sensitive environment.Key ResponsibilitiesSafety LeadershipSet and uphold strong safety expectations across all work frontsEnsure robust planning, permitting, and regulatory complianceDrive proactive hazard identification and root‐cause analysisBuild a culture focused on prevention and continuous improvementQuality ManagementEnsure construction meets design and specification requirementsPrevent defects through strong planning and prerequisite controlsMinimize punch lists to support efficient handoverExecution & DeliveryLead a small owner‐side construction team on siteManage contractor performance and enforce contractual expectationsOversee marine works, demolition, dredging, ground improvement, and geotechnical programsInterrogate contractor schedules, identify risks, and drive recovery plansMaintain strong interface management with operations, engineering, HSSE,



and other project stakeholdersProtect schedule through disciplined scope controlLeadership & CultureBuild robust relationships across project teams and external stakeholdersIdentify weak signals early and act decisivelyDrive continuous improvement, especially in repetitive construction activitiesRequired Background15+ years of experience in major industrial project executionProven leadership of site teams in complex environmentsExperience delivering marine, civil, geotechnical, or heavy industrial scopesBrownfield experience within or adjacent to operating assetsStrong contract management capabilityAbility to lead in remote, unionized, and weather‐challenged environmentsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsWork ConditionsRotation options: 5x2 or 14x7, 10‐hour shiftsMust be legally entitled to work in Canada50‐hour work weeks; nights/weekends/on‐callas requiredTravel to other project locations as neededCompliance with drug‐free and harassment‐free workplace policiesHeavy interface coordination with operations, marine, HSSE, and site support teamsEngagement with regulatory bodies and local communitiesIntegration of lessons learned from earlier project phasesManaging repetitive marine and civil scopes requiring continuous improvementCoordinating inputs across multiple geographic locations #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Construction Lead (Kitimat-Stikine)
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📍 Kitimat-Stikine