Project Superintendent – Commercial Construction | Pickering, ON
Hiring: Construction Superintendent | Site Superintendent | Field Superintendent | ICI Construction
Unlimited Building Solutions Inc. (UBS) | Full-Time, Permanent | GTA + Ontario-Wide Travel
UBS is hiring an experienced Project Superintendent / Site Superintendent for commercial interior renovation and ICI improvement projects across the GTA and Ontario. This is a field-based, site-leadership role requiring independent project management capability and strong subtrade coordination skills.
POSITION SUMMARY
Job Title: Project Superintendent (Field Operations)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Pickering, ON (field-based; GTA and regional travel required)
Experience Required: 5–10 years commercial construction / ICI renovation
Licence Required: Valid Ontario G driver's licence + reliable personal vehicle
RESPONSIBILITIES
Construction & Site Management
- Oversee full-cycle field management of commercial renovation and ICI improvement projects
- Coordinate subtrades including mechanical, electrical, framing, drywall, and finishing trades
- Manage mobilization, construction sequencing, and project close-out
- Attend and lead site meetings; produce daily site reports and construction logs
- Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and scope documents
- Identify RFIs, scope deviations, and change order triggers; escalate promptly
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Enforce site safety in compliance with Ontario OHSA and applicable regulations
- Conduct toolbox talks, pre-task safety planning, and routine site safety inspections
- Maintain Working at Heights and WHMIS compliance across all trades
- Ensure proper handling and documentation of designated substances (asbestos, mould)
Client & Project Communication
- Serve as primary on-site point of contact for clients and property management teams
- Provide regular project status updates to the UBS Project Manager
- Manage client expectations in occupied commercial and institutional environments
- Document deficiencies and coordinate sign-off on substantial completion
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5–10 years of direct field experience in commercial construction, ICI renovation, or tenant improvement
- Demonstrated experience as a lead superintendent, general superintendent, or senior lead hand
- Ability to independently manage commercial projects from start to finish
- Working knowledge of commercial mechanical, electrical, and architectural subtrades
- Valid Ontario G driver's licence; reliable personal vehicle required for site travel
- OHSA compliance; Working at Heights and WHMIS certification required
- Strong written communication skills for site documentation and reporting
- Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction drawings
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Gold Seal Certification (CSC) or equivalent
- Experience in occupied commercial, institutional, or retail renovation environments
- Asbestos Awareness or Designated Substance Survey (DSS) familiarity
- Experience with construction project management software (Procore, Bluebeam, JobTread, or similar)
- First Aid / CPR certification
ABOUT UBS
Unlimited Building Solutions Inc. is a commercial general contracting and construction management firm based in Pickering, Ontario, established in 1999. UBS delivers commercial fit-out, renovation, and ICI improvement projects for institutional, corporate, and retail clients including Scotiabank, CBRE, LCBO, OCAD University, and the Law Society of Ontario. UBS is a Tarion Preferred Repair Contractor with in-house asbestos and mould certifications and 24/7 emergency response capability.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Permanent full-time employment
- Varied project portfolio across a recognized national client base
- 24/7 emergency response work available for additional earning potential
- Growth opportunity within an expanding commercial GC
HOW TO APPLY
Submit resume to [email protected]. In your application, briefly describe a recent project you managed independently: project scope, team size, and any key challenges.
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UBS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Drawing on more than three decades of construction expertise, Unlimited Building Solutions has specialized in General Contracting for a diverse range of institutional, commercial, and residential projects since its establishment in 1999.
Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 / hour
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Job Type: fulltime
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Education: High school degree
Work location: On-site
