Senior Construction Supervisor (CS2)

Pay: CA$55.00–58.00 hourly

Location: Project dependent

Shift Type: Typically a 2 weeks on / 1 week off rotation, with scheduling subject to change based on project needs and cross-shift requirements.

Work Location: In person / On-site

Hiring Timeline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by mid-December.

Axis Mountain is looking for a Senior Construction Supervisor. The Senior

Construction Supervisor (CS2) plays a critical leadership role in overseeing site operations from pre-construction through to project completion. This position is crucial to managing project logistics, work sequencing, resource allocation, and client communications, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and in alignment with Axis Mountain Technical's standards. This position requires a proactive leader with a strong background in construction supervision, scheduling,

and site management. The CS2 also mentors junior supervisors, drives process improvements, and makes key decisions to enhance efficiency and project success.

The CS2 reports to the Project Manager.

About Us

Axis Mountain Technical is a specialized mountain construction company with expertise in drilling and foundations, blasting, high-angle work, steep slope equipment operation, technical installations, and remote access job sites. We excel with projects challenged by the mountain environment. Our strength is in our team,

our mountain experience, and our ability to build strong relationships with our customers, project partners, and suppliers.

Position Overview The Senior Construction Supervisor is a seasoned leader responsible for overseeing day-to-day field operations and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule,

and to Axis Mountain Technical's quality standards. This role requires a minimum of 8

years of overall industry experience, including at least 5 years specifically in a

Construction Supervisor position, along with a minimum of 3 years with Axis and a demonstrated track record of positive employee performance reviews. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities to coordinate crews, subcontractors, and stakeholders while proactively resolving in office challenges.

Beyond technical and supervisory experience, the successful candidate will be relied upon to mentor junior staff, uphold site safety and compliance standards, and act as a key point of contact between field operations and project management.

Responsibilities

Managing Site Crew (35%)

● Manage and oversee field crews and crew leads.

● Provide ongoing training, mentoring, and competency assessments.

● Schedule and coordinate field crews and subcontractors.

● Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce site safety policies.

● Handle incident reporting and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Project & Site Management (35%)





● Oversee construction task controls and ensure quality management.

● Review drawings, plans, and material take-offs.

● Assess equipment requirements and work plan sequencing.

● Maintain a deep understanding of project design, materials, and equipment needs.

● Develop work plans with the Project Manager to optimize workflow and prevent conflicts.

● Anticipate potential delays and take action to minimize disruptions.

● Order materials while understanding procurement processes, lead times, and constraints.

● Evaluate the cost, availability, and capacity of subcontractors for project-specific needs.

● Supervise on-site subcontractors and third parties.

● Identify and communicate critical constraints affecting production, efficiency,

and safety.

Communications & Reporting (25%)

● Communicate change orders and RFIs effectively to the Project Manager.

● Coordinate with the Project Coordinator regarding LEMs, expenses, and accommodations.

● Provide daily progress updates to the Project Manager.

● Direct and delegate tasks to crew leads and field crew.

● Implement on-site HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) policies.

● Handle incidents, ensuring proper reporting to the HSE Manager and PM.

● Conduct disciplinary actions with professionalism and solid interpersonal skills.

Environmental Considerations (5%)

● Understand and implement project Environmental Management Plans (EMP).

● Manage grout washout, drill dust contamination, and silica exposure risks.

● Handle e-monitoring and coordinate with client environmental teams.

● Proactively manage spill prevention and waste disposal.

● Ensure environmental compliance on-site and respond to any incidents.

Knowledge & Experience

● 8+ years of industry experience.

● 5+ years in a Construction Supervisor role.

● Positive employee performance reviews.

● Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

● Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is considered an asset.

Skills & Competencies

● Suggests improvements to work processes, delegates work, and is a knowledge resource for other team members.

● Often still completes IC5-level work tasks at the same level of complexity; acts as Construction Supervisor for projects valued at $1M or more.

● Supervises and directs the work of individual contributor (IC) employees.

Demonstrated Skills

● Communicates with team members and stakeholders in a timely and efficient manner on technical and non-technical subjects within their domain,



using internal communication tools effectively.

● Manages conflict by actively listening and seeking to understand the position of others before needing to be understood.

● Provides constructive feedback to direct reports to ensure the processes,

projects, and initiatives they are accountable for stay on track and meet quality standards.

● Applies a proactive approach and fosters a mindset of continuously improving processes, policies, and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within their immediate team.

● Works to improve self and others in their immediate sphere of influence.

Management of People and Teams

● Provides coaching and/or professional mentoring to support employees.

● Helps build strong, diverse teams by supporting individual contributors (ICs) in applying their varied skills and perspectives toward common goals.

● Has limited authority over personnel decisions, primarily providing input on hiring and performance management.

● Coordinates and works with Operations to facilitate end-of-project employee evaluations, including field crew and project leadership.

Work Environment & Physical Conditions

● Ability to work in outdoor environments with varying weather conditions.

● Must be physically capable of performing manual labor, including lifting heavy objects and standing for extended periods.

● Willingness to work at heights and in challenging conditions as required.

Why Work With Axis?

At Axis, we value employees who take ownership of their roles, demonstrate effective teamwork, and are committed to innovation, creative solutions, and continuous improvement with the goal of delivering excellence for our company, partners, and customers.

We are committed to creating a workplace where innovation and continuous improvement can thrive and where people feel empowered to grow.

By joining our team, you get access to:

Health & Wellness

● Comprehensive medical benefits package (after 3 months of employment).

Financial Security

● Competitive wage.

Professional Growth

● Access to paid online learning platforms (Coursera).

● Internal promotion opportunities.

Our Commitment In our journey towards an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,

religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We believe in diversity of thought and experience.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Should you require any accommodation, please reach out to [email protected].

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Pay: $55.00-$58.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Extended health care

Work Location: In person

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