Galaxyland Construction Site Superintendent

The Galaxyland Construction Site Superintendent will oversee all aspects of the amusement park attraction construction project within the Galaxyland amusement Park through to completion. This full-time, long-term contract role requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a dedicated commitment to safety and quality. The ideal candidate will manage daily site operations, coordinate with various stakeholders, and ensure the project adheres to schedules, budgets, and specifications including overseeing elements of night-project work.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Directing and coordinating daily construction activities for the amusement park attraction project within Galaxyland at West Edmonton Mall and ensuring that work is performed in accordance with plans, specifications, budgets, and industry standards.
• Developing and maintaining detailed project schedules and adjusting plans as necessary to address project challenges.
• Supervising a diverse team of construction professionals, including subcontractors, laborers, and other site personnel.
• Working extremely closely with professional engineers, AEDARSA inspectors, and other required regulatory bodies while fostering a collaborative and productive work environment, promoting best practices and time sensitive results.
• Conducting regular site inspections to monitor work progress and quality, including overseeing the ongoing, required day and night work.
• Ensuring that construction meets all safety and design standards while addressing and resolving any issues related to workmanship, materials, or compliance with regulations.
• Adhering to and enforcing safety protocols and practices on-site including the requirement for safety meetings, audits, and inspections while ensuring that all personnel adhere to OH&S regulations and company safety policies.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders and facilitating clear and effective communication to ensure alignment on project goals and expectations.
• Ensuring project objectives are achieved on time and in accordance with set budgetary guidelines and targets.
• Maintaining accurate records of project progress, including daily reports, financials, and any incident reports.

Desired Qualifications:

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in construction management, with a focus on complex projects such as amusement rides, large-scale commercial, civil, or industrial builds, or similar high-technical projects.
• Post secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• A comprehensive background in the Carpentry, Mechanical or Concrete Trades are strong assets for the role, with working knowledge of industrial concrete, foundation, pilings and form work and installations essential.
• Proficiency in construction management techniques and processes with strong organizational and multitasking abilities, and excellent problem-solving skills.
• A high level of proficiency reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Proven track record of leading diverse teams and managing multiple contractors and subcontractors effectively.
• Proven experience adhering to detailed construction-based budgets and timelines.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interface with various stakeholders and convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Relevant certifications such as a PMP or P.Eng. designation are an asset.
• In-depth understanding of construction methods, materials, and safety practices specific to amusement park rides or unique and large-scale construction projects.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of construction oversight and a strong working knowledge of OH&S requirements and protocols.

Terms of Employment:

• This full-time, contract position requires flexibility, including the possibility of weekends and holidays to support the Park’s 7-day a week operational needs.
• This position will require availability to oversee significant quantities of work that take place outside of regular park operational hours.
• This is a salaried position that will depend on experience and qualifications.
• Must be able to pass a security clearance and a NDA regarding the project specifications is required.