Durham District School Board Looking for Construction Supervisor at Durham, ON Full Time

Permanent, full-time opportunity

Through its “Ignite Learning” campaign, the Durham District School Board (DDSB) has outlined its strategic priorities, which include Success, Well-Being, Leadership, Equity, Engagement and Innovation. This is an exciting opportunity for the Construction Supervisor to contribute meaningfully to these priorities.

A qualified Architectural Technician or Technologist with knowledge of both construction and project management, you will supervise the day-to-day construction and completion of all new schools, additions, and related renovation activities for the Board. You will partner with internal and external stakeholders as you direct all construction activities, including design and implementation, in support of the organization’s strategic objectives and project plans, and in compliance with relevant regulation, legislative standards, and Ministry directives, while ensuring that staff and students enjoy a safe and functional learning, teaching and working environment.

As a Construction Supervisor, you will lead an external team of consultants, engineers, architects and contractors by providing technical and problem-solving guidance on all design, construction and implementation aspects, as well as supervise both internal and external resources to ensure adherence to budget, timelines and requirements. Providing project management expertise, you will monitor progress and develop reports to ensure project plans (timelines, budgets) of varying complexities and lengths (multi-year) are met successfully, review, authorize and negotiate all aspects of change requests and contracts, and ensure that all project documentation is kept up-to-date.

We will also rely on you to manage the construction site to ensure that ongoing school operations (vehicle drop-offs, parking, classrooms, alarm systems, etc.) are maintained during construction, from conducting weekly site inspections to identify issues, to reviewing and addressing construction-related concerns raised by third-party testing and inspection companies. Similarly, the Manager of Facility Design and Construction will count on you to support end-to-end construction projects by providing technical design guidance on project requirements, assisting with the preparation of project plans, timelines, budgets and resources, managing aspects of the tender process, and providing ongoing support post-occupancy.

Leveraging your knowledge of best practices, you will partner with DDSB departments – such as IT, childcare, custodial and maintenance – to coordinate moves to a new facility/addition, address any concerns or complaints raised by staff and external stakeholders such as neighbours or the public, and ensure timely reviews with local, municipal and regional authorities. Meeting construction-related health and safety requirements is another important part of your job, from providing personal protective equipment to ensure the safety of staff and visitors touring sites under construction, to identifying and organizing school staff training on building operations and functionality, and various systems.

Qualifications

Your profile as a qualified Construction Supervisor will include:

• Completion of a college diploma in a related discipline (e.g., Architecture, Engineering degree) or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
• Registration as an Architectural Technician or Technologist.
• Five (5) years’ experience with project management.
• Five (5) years’ experience with construction management.
• Three (3) years’ experience with Ministry/school board policies, procedures and/or standards.
• Three (3) years’ experience with, and knowledge of, AutoCAD and other software programs.
• Three (3) years’ experience with school building construction, preferred.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and codes.
• Knowledge of construction and best practices pertaining to all aspects of facilities planning, such as mechanical, electrical, IT and life systems, and health and safety.
• Project management skills to prepare schedules, budgets and resources at different stages of execution.
• Ability to use AutoCAD, various MS Office applications, and software packages related to construction.
• Ability to review and write comprehensive construction documents containing legal and technical terminology.
• Ability to develop and review drawings and specifications.

Note: This permanent position, working 35 hours per week, has a start date of approximately November 18, 2022.

Salary Range: $87,929 – $102,878 per annum

The Durham District School Board (DDSB) is responsible for public education in the rural settings of Uxbridge, Brock and Scugog Townships and the urban settings of Ajax, Whitby, Pickering and Oshawa. The DDSB accommodates a school population of nearly 74,000 students in 134 elementary and secondary schools, and thousands more who take advantage of a wide variety of continuing education and adult credit courses.

To apply online for Posting #3348315, by 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 18, 2022, please go to ddsb.ca and submit your application under the section Careers – Educational Services.

The DDSB is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of qualified staff who reflect the diversity of our region. We encourage submissions from candidates who represent the various dimensions of diversity. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Expected start date: 2022-10-07