Superintendent leading PCL Construction’s industrial piping fabrication operations in Nisku. Managing safety, shop flow, quality, scheduling, teams, costs, and shipping.
Responsibilities
Lead all field operations to construct the project and oversee on-site construction activities
Develop, implement, and maintain the PCL safety program in the fabrication facility
Build shop safety culture through mentorship and modelling, focusing on hot work, overhead cranes and rigging, material handling, grinding, radiation safety during RT, and PWHT
Work with the fabrication/operations manager and shop team to resolve throughput constraints, work conflicts, and schedule risks
Communicate with pipefitters, welders, helpers, and material handlers to ensure productivity, quality, and safety requirements
Oversee subcontracted services including NDE, PWHT, coatings, and blasting
Liaise with clients, EPC/engineering representatives, inspectors, field construction teams, and office representatives
Supervise, direct, coach, train, and mentor shop foremen, general foremen, and leads across shifts or bays
Participate in selecting, onboarding, and placing shop staff, including welder qualification testing
Own shop flow from material receipt through cutting, fit-up, welding, NDE, PWHT, hydrotest, coatings, and shipping
Lead fabrication of process, utility, and pipeline-related piping spools across carbon steel, chrome-moly, stainless, and duplex/alloy materials
Develop and execute fabrication plans with project and estimating teams
Ensure compliance with the Quality Control Manual, WPS/PQR, welder qualifications, and applicable ASME and CSA codes
Maintain material traceability and produce client-ready spool turnover packages
Schedule and control shop labour, equipment, consumables, and materials
Influence equipment selection and shop methodology, including automated and mechanized welding
Track weld repair rates, analyze root causes, and coach welders to reduce rework
Review contracts, purchase orders, and client specifications to mitigate risks and support budgets, forecasts, and profitability
Pursue improvements in fabrication technology, productivity, automation, and digital tracking
Requirements
Journeyperson Steamfitter-Pipefitter or Welder certificate (Red Seal preferred), or a postsecondary diploma or engineering degree in a related discipline
NCSO designation (IND) and Gold Seal certification required (CDN)
A certificate in negotiation or equivalent experience
15 years of progressive supervisory experience preferred, including significant time in a pipe spool fabrication shop
Demonstrated experience as a superintendent or general foreman running a production spool fabrication facility
In-depth knowledge of piping codes and welding processes (GTAW, SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, SAW)
Knowledge of WPS/PQR requirements and welder qualification
Working knowledge of NDE methods (RT, UT/PAUT, MT, PT), PWHT, hydrotesting, and PMI
Experience with pressure piping quality programs and regulatory oversight, such as ABSA or the applicable provincial authority
Ability to read and interpret piping isometrics, P&IDs, and client specifications
Experience scheduling shop loading and tracking productivity using metrics such as diameter-inches and weld repair rate
Ability to lead and manage others, including multiple shifts or bays
Understanding of contract and specification language and risk mitigation
Understanding of collective agreements and jurisdiction for fabrication shop work (union and CLAC environments) (IND)
In-depth knowledge and application of safety and environmental principles, procedures, and legislation
Ability to run production and quality meetings and present at client meetings or pursuit work
Experience resolving grievance and employee relations issues
Conflict-resolution skills, problem-solving abilities, and professional judgment
Expert understanding of OFW productivity rates and Labour Cost Reports (LCRs)
CSA W178.2 welding inspector, CWB, or AWS CWI certification is an asset
Benefits
Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
Health and lifestyle spending account options
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions
100% employee-owned company with employee stake in success
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