Assistant Superintendent

• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #14123
• Salary: CA$100,000 Per Hour

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to join its growing residential division. Known for delivering thoughtfully designed, high-quality communities, this developer has built a strong presence across Metro Vancouver with a significant pipeline of projects in both planning and active construction.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Site Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent will play a key role in supporting day-to-day site operations on residential high-rise projects. This individual will help ensure construction activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project schedules, design specifications, and quality standards.

This role is well-suited for someone with strong field experience who is looking to step into a leadership-focused position with increased responsibility and exposure to complex, large-scale developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Site Superintendent in overseeing all on-site construction activities, including coordination of trades, suppliers, and labour
• Assist in managing site crews, ensuring productivity, quality, and adherence to project timelines
• Review ongoing work to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, building codes, and company standards
• Monitor and help maintain construction schedules, identifying and addressing potential delays proactively
• Promote and enforce health and safety policies, contributing to a strong safety culture on site
• Prepare and maintain daily logs, progress reports, and production records
• Assist with maintaining up-to-date project documentation, including RFIs, change orders, drawings, and subcontractor records
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with trades, consultants, and internal teams
• Attend site meetings with project stakeholders including consultants, architects, and engineers as required
• Assist in organizing and coordinating concrete pours and related activities
• Liaise with municipal inspectors and consultants, supporting inspections and ensuring compliance
• Contribute to overall site organization, cleanliness, and operational efficiency
• Perform additional duties as required to support project success

Qualifications & Experience

• 6–8+ years of experience in the construction industry, ideally in roles such as Lead Hand or Foreman
• Experience working on concrete high-rise residential projects is strongly preferred
• Red Seal certification or equivalent hands-on trade experience is considered an asset
• Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and scheduling
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory capabilities in a site-based environment
• Solid problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience with concrete take-offs is an asset

Why Join This Team

• Opportunity to work on large-scale, high-profile residential developments
• Supportive and collaborative team environment with strong mentorship
• Long-term career growth within a stable and expanding organization
• Commitment to employee development and continuous learning
• A culture that values hard work, innovation, and making a meaningful impact in the community

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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