True Mechanical Looking for Mechanical Field Superintendent at Burnaby, BC Full Time

True Mechanical has a full-time opening for a Mechanical Field Superintendent to work on our multi-family, office and mixed-use commercial projects in the Greater Vancouver Area.

Who We Are

Based in Burnaby BC, Omega Mechanical and Broadway HVAC recently merged under one cohesive company, True Mechanical. Collectively, we are one of BC’s largest full-service, self-performing mechanical contractors. We specialize in designing and installing plumbing and HVAC mechanical systems of varying complexities for commercial, residential, institutional, industrial and retrofit projects.

We are people-centric, value-based and believe in creating a positive and supportive environment where diverse people can come together to thrive. At True we believe that transparency is key and that clear information is vital to building relationships as much as it is the systems we install. We encourage our team members to provide their input on what can make us better, so we can in turn help them be the best they can be in our trade.

We are seeking a passionate and focused leader to take our field management team to the next level. Are you an experienced plumbing and mechanical foreman with a wide-ranging portfolio?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, this could be the opportunity for you.

Why True Mechanical?

True Mechanical (formerly Omega Mechanical and Broadway) is the one of BC’s largest and most diverse mechanical contractor in Western Canada. We’re driven by an instinct to construct. We love making things that solve big problems and provide comfort and utility for the end-user. We believe that true craftsmanship is a tradition worth keeping and that people, businesses and the environment benefit from doing things properly.

We think collaboration and sharing ideas are the best ways to build incredible projects. Inevitably, we aim to help developers and builders create buildings that have true human and commercial value. We are the mechanical team that removes obstacles and makes it happen.

We have rebranded to True Mechanical Ltd. The unification of our companies under a single brand empowers our cross-functional teams with a sense of belonging, a shared vision for high-performance and a collective mission to create a culture of excellence.

The development of our new brand has encompassed our culture, ethic and the true nature of our phenomenal teams that serve the industry. The power, personality and integrity of our unified team is proudly represented through our new brand, True Mechanical, and is captured with a clean image and an appropriately trademarked tagline “Make it Happen”.

We offer: Fantastic Industry Best Extended Health Benefits, Short and Long Term Disability. RRSP’s. Vehicle and Fuel compensation. Fun Culture Events. Career Planning.

At True Mechanical, our company culture is the foundation of our success.

We invest in our team. To us, competitive wages and comprehensive benefits are the bare minimum. Alongside extended health and dental care, journeyman RRSP contributions, site lunches and team building activities, we believe compensation should exist in more ways than a pay cheque. We prioritize employee development through individualized training allowances, performance reviews & goal-setting, tool discounts, parking reimbursements, and much more.

We want you to advance in your career. Our commitment to ongoing education and training keeps us at the top in our field. Once you establish your role and responsibilities, education and training opportunities will be provided to support continued growth and career development.

We founded our company with a goal to do construction differently. Our site culture is equivalent to the systems we install: innovative, creative, and collaborative. Sound like you? Apply now to find more like-minded people like you!

Technical Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in the mechanical industry with 5 years in a similar role
• Portfolio with 3 to 5 projects completed in the last 10 years
• Interprovincial (Red Seal) Plumbing & Gas B Certification
• In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, quality management and Occupational Health & Safety best practices
• Comprehensive knowledge of British Columbia Plumbing Code (BCPC)
• Intermediate (to advanced) knowledge of Microsoft Office 365

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in similar role
• 10+ years in the mechanical industry (preferably in BC) in residential construction

• Engaging personality with a solution-driven approach to complex challenges
• Team player with the ability to make authoritative and disciplinary decisions as required
• Willingness to take accountability for errors and ability to acknowledge areas for improvement
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills; the ability to strengthen and maintain valuable relationships with vendors, subtrades and clients
• Good understanding of construction documents and the ability to review for accuracy and constructability
• Communicate clearly staff expectations and develop performance measurements and incentives
• Knowledge of finance and budget management, including the ability to plan ahead with project teams to avoid costly issues and project delays
• Ability to plan and manage a project schedule
• Ability to facilitate long-term partnerships with key stakeholders, ensuring True Mechanical’s contribution to their continuing success
• Emotional intelligence, including the ability to prioritize “morale” and team-building as a crucial element of productivity
• In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, quality management, health and safety best practices and extensive plumbing code knowledge
• Red Seal Plumber & Class B or Class A Gas Fitter
• Ability to read all disciplines construction drawings, plans and blueprints
• Well organized and meticulous in dealing which multiple sites
• Able to communicate and report effectively (both written and verbal)
• Self-motivated and driven to resolve problems under all circumstances
• Engaged personality capable to take on complex challenges with enthusiasm
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team but also act authoritatively as necessary
• Willingness to admit when he has made a mistake and take ownership
• Able to build and maintain solid relationships with vendors, subtrades and clients

Daily Responsibilities

• Serve as the liaison between our Project Management Team and our Field Team to ensure compliance of construction with drawings, specs, and code/quality standards
• Monitor work performance and efficiency of field staff, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure project plans and schedules are followed effectively and within budget
• Plan the mechanical components of a construction project and prepare a construction schedule in partnership with the Project Manager.
• Review the budget and the underlying estimate to understand the project, and plan ahead to avoid cost overruns and/or project delays
• Advise senior management of potential problems, work interferences or schedule difficulties while assisting in resolving these conflicts
• Anticipate problems or challenges, propose innovative solutions, and ensure solutions are consistent with project objectives
• Inspect and report on project progress, equipment and materials to Project Management Team

Job Functions:

• Liaison between our Project Management Team and the Field to ensure compliance of construction with drawings, specs, and code/quality standards
• Inspect and report on project progress, equipment and materials to project management team
• Monitor and resolve matters relating to work procedures, damages, accidents and delays
• Coordinate tasks according to priorities and plans, develop processes and suggest improvements
• Produce schedules and monitor attendance of crew
• Allocate general and daily responsibilities
• Supervise and train workers and tradespeople
• Ensure manpower and resources are adequate
• Monitor expenditures to prevent overruns