Data Center Construction Supervisor / Lead

Our Data Centers group is currently looking to add a Construction Supervisor / Lead to our new team, based on-site at various locations across Canada.

Reporting to the Construction Manager, we are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Construction Supervisor with proven field leadership experience to oversee daily on-site construction activities on data center projects. This position leads crews across civil, electrical, mechanical, and technology infrastructure scopes, serving as the main point of contact between field teams, subcontractors, and the client to ensure work is executed to the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Please Note: This is a field-based position and must be able to accommodate multiple shift requirements based on project schedules.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure all construction activities are executed in compliance with project drawings, specifications, schedules, budget, safety, and quality requirements
• Work closely with the Project Manager to develop and maintain project construction timelines through efficient use of on-site resources including manpower, materials, tools, and equipment
• Manage subcontractors on site in collaboration with the Project Manager, including tracking production, and maintaining project schedule and contract budget
• Work with the Project Manager to develop project execution plans, kick-off meetings, contract and scope reviews, ensuring data center-specific commissioning and handover milestones are incorporated
• Maintain the company's quality management program in collaboration with the on-site Quality Representative, ensuring delivery of a quality product per design and contract requirements
• Utilize the Change Management System in collaboration with the Project Manager; work with the client to review and close all RFIs and change orders in a timely manner
• Mentor, train, and motivate job-site crews in adopting a culture of safety, quality, and production; empower crews to remain knowledgeable of company policies and procedures
• Ensure all daily reporting, daily work plans, and crew timesheets are completed and submitted daily
• Support internal and external audit and inspection activities; conduct equipment reviews and scheduling as required

Requirements

• Journeyperson Electrician designation (or equivalent)
• 5 years of experience in the construction industry
• Proven experience with data center or large facility construction including medium voltage electrical distribution, standby generation, UPS systems, precision cooling, structured cabling, or critical facilities commissioning
• Knowledge of construction disciplines, safety regulations, project scheduling, and cost and quality control
• Proven ability to manage work groups of up to 50 people across multiple disciplines
• Valid driver's licence with an acceptable driving record

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Post-Secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Familiarity with data center commissioning and handover processes

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including a 5% RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing. 

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere.  We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.  Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.

* We do not use automated tools to screen applications.  All hiring decisions involve human review.  This job posting is for an existing vacancy.