The role

Lead daily site operations from mobilization through turnover. You will coordinate subcontractors and site personnel, maintain a safe and organized site, and control sequencing and workmanship. You will work closely with the Project Manager to keep the work moving and resolve problems early.

Key responsibilities

Plan site mobilization, temporary services, hoarding, access, deliveries, storage and protection of existing spaces and completed work.

Coordinate subcontractors and site personnel daily. Confirm manpower, work areas and readiness so trades can complete work in the planned sequence.

Maintain short-term lookahead schedules with the Project Manager, track progress and identify constraints or recovery measures before milestones are missed.

Read and coordinate drawings, specifications, approved shop drawings and site instructions. Raise RFIs and obtain direction on discrepancies before affected work proceeds.

Implement the site safety program, conduct orientations and toolbox talks, maintain records, address hazards and stop unsafe work.

Inspect work as it progresses, including concealed conditions before closure. Check layout, dimensions, tolerances and finishes against approved requirements.

Coordinate mechanical, electrical, sprinkler and other trade installations with ceilings, millwork, equipment and architectural details.

Manage site interfaces with landlords, base building trades and owner-appointed contractors, including shutdowns, access restrictions and after-hours work.

Maintain daily reports, progress photographs, manpower records and delivery records. Notify the Project Manager promptly of delays, damage and potential changes.





Record changed work, quantities and time-and-material tickets accurately. Obtain direction through the Project Manager and stay within delegated authority.

Arrange inspections and consultant site reviews with the project team, confirm work is ready and track corrective items through completion.

Drive deficiency correction, final cleaning, commissioning support and site turnover, protecting completed finishes throughout.

Site Superintendent Requirements

Required experience and skills

At least 5 years of relevant site supervision experience on retail, commercial interior or hospitality projects, including responsibility for coordinating multiple trades.

Experience leading day-to-day site activities from mobilization through inspections, deficiency correction and turnover.

Strong practical knowledge of interior construction, trade sequencing, site logistics and the coordination of mechanical, electrical and life safety systems.

Ability to read architectural and engineering drawings, specifications and shop drawings, and check dimensions, layout and installation details.

A solid eye for finish quality, including millwork, drywall, ceilings, doors and hardware, flooring and other visible architectural elements.

Ability to plan ahead,



assess manpower and progress, maintain short-term schedules and resolve site issues in consultation with the Project Manager.

Clear communication and firm, respectful leadership. Ability to direct subcontractors, deal professionally with clients and landlords, and enforce site standards.

Comfortable using a smartphone, tablet or laptop for email, digital drawings, site photographs, daily reports and deficiency tracking.

Working knowledge of applicable construction safety requirements and experience maintaining site safety documentation.

Relevant supervisory and site safety training, with willingness to complete any additional training required for assigned work before mobilization.

Experience that would be an asset

A carpentry or other relevant trade background, luxury retail or hospitality experience, and work in operating shopping centres or occupied buildings.

Procore experience and familiarity with WHMIS, Working at Heights, First Aid/CPR and COR-based safety programs.

Working arrangements

This is a site-based role requiring attendance throughout assigned construction activities and regular movement around an active site. Project assignments may involve travel, early starts, evening or weekend work, and coordination of overnight shutdowns or deliveries.

What we expect

Maintain a safe, orderly site, prepare trades for upcoming work and identify problems before they cause rework or delays. Keep accurate daily records and maintain the required finish quality through to handover.

Pay: $75,000.00-$150,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Site Superintendent (Toronto)
🏢 SBN Construction
📍 Toronto