Travelling Construction Project Manager (FIFO / Retail Builds – Canada)

• Location: Toronto, Ontario
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #13227
• Salary: CA$150,000 Per Hour

Travelling Superintendent

MatchBox Consulting Group is recruiting on behalf of a respected North American construction group with a strong pipeline of major industrial and commercial projects across Canada.

Our client is seeking an experienced Travelling Superintendent to lead large, fast-moving construction sites on a rotational basis. Current project locations are primarily in Alberta, Manitoba, and Ontario, with FIFO rotations, travel support, and Living Out Allowance provided

This is a strong opportunity for a Superintendent who enjoys running major builds, working with well-resourced project teams, and taking ownership of complex site execution. Project types include food processing facilities, distribution centres, warehouse developments, and other large industrial / commercial base-build projects

The Role

As Superintendent, you will lead day-to-day site operations and ensure construction activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with drawings, specifications, schedule, and budget

You will coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, labour, equipment, and internal teams while keeping the site organized, productive, and accountable.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead site operations on large industrial and commercial construction projects

• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, labour, equipment, and site logistics

• Maintain and enforce strong safety standards across all site activities

• Manage daily progress and drive the project schedule

• Run site meetings and communicate updates, risks, and solutions

• Work closely with project managers, consultants, clients, and internal teams

• Resolve construction issues and maintain productivity on site

• Ensure work is completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, codes, and regulatory requirements

• Support a strong site culture built on safety, quality, and accountability

Required Experience

• 10+ years of experience as a Superintendent or senior site leader

• Proven experience delivering large industrial or commercial construction projects

• Strong base-build experience, including steel-frame, slab, envelope, and major site coordination

• Experience with food processing facilities, distribution centres, warehouses, or large-format commercial builds is an asset

• Experience managing large site development work, including 15–100 acre sites, is valuable

• Comfortable working in fast-paced environments with aggressive schedules

• Ability to travel across Canada on rotational assignments

Additional Qualifications
 

• Skilled Trade certification considered an asset

• Eligibility to travel to the United States considered an asset

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Comfortable managing large site teams and multiple subcontractors

Compensation & Benefits
 

• Highly competitive compensation package

• FIFO rotational schedule

• Living Out Allowance

• Extended health and benefits

• RRSP matching

• Opportunity to work on major industrial and commercial projects across Canada

For more current job opportunities, follow MatchBox at linkedin.com/company/matchbox-recruitment/

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com