Site Superintendent

Job description

The Role We are seeking a Site Superintendent to join Akash Homes. This role is responsible for taking ownership of residential construction from excavation through possession, ensuring homes are delivered safely, on schedule, and to Akash Homes’ quality standards. You’ll manage multiple homes at different stages of construction, coordinate and hold trade partners accountable, solve issues in the field, and work closely with our internal teams to keep construction moving. You’ll also provide day-to-day leadership and coaching to Site Assistants and Technicians, helping build a strong and accountable field team. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who knows residential construction, takes pride in the finished product, and is comfortable making decisions and solving problems on the ground. The Opportunity Building homes is about more than managing schedules. It’s about taking ownership of the entire build and making sure the details come together properly from start to finish. At Akash Homes, our Site Superintendents are central to that process. You’ll have the autonomy to manage your sites while working closely with trade partners and internal teams to keep builds moving. You’ll also have an opportunity to develop the people around you. Our Site Assistants work alongside experienced Site Superintendents to build their construction knowledge and grow their careers, which means coaching, setting expectations and sharing what you know are important parts of this role. One year at Akash Homes can feel like three elsewhere. The pace is fast, expectations are high, and our processes continue to evolve as we grow. We’re looking for someone who can bring strong construction experience while remaining open to feedback, new processes and better ways of working. Top 3 Priorities for Your First 6 Months Own your builds from excavation through possession. Maintain accurate schedules, stay ahead of potential delays, and consistently deliver homes that meet Akash Homes’ expectations for quality, safety and workmanship. Build accountability across your sites. Develop strong working relationships with trade partners while setting clear expectations around schedule, quality, safety and completion. Address issues quickly and ensure work is completed properly. Strengthen the team around you. Provide consistent leadership and coaching to Site Assistants and Technicians while building strong communication between the field and office teams to keep projects moving. What You’ll Own Manage all phases of residential construction from excavation through possession. Maintain accurate and up-to-date construction schedules across multiple homes and stages of construction. Coordinate trade partners, suppliers, inspections and deliveries to maintain construction timelines. Build strong working relationships with trade partners while holding them accountable for quality, schedule, safety and completion expectations. Monitor site progress, anticipate potential delays or issues, and take action to keep builds moving. Conduct regular site walkthroughs and inspections to ensure work meets Akash Homes’ quality standards and applicable building requirements. Identify deficiencies early, coordinate corrective work and follow through to completion. Complete pre-possession walkthroughs and support the resolution of pre-and post-possession deficiencies. Ensure sites remain clean, organized and compliant with Akash Homes’ safety standards and OH&S requirements. Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching and guidance to Site Assistants and Technicians. Set clear expectations with the site team around quality, timelines, professionalism and accountability. Work closely with Estimating and Drafting to identify and resolve construction discrepancies or issues. Coordinate with Sales and Customer Experience regarding construction progress and possession timelines. Partner with warranty to support a smooth transition from construction through possession and post-possession. Communicate proactively with internal teams when timelines, site conditions or other issues may impact the build or homeowner. Represent Akash Homes professionally with homeowners, trade partners, suppliers, inspectors and other external partners. Identify opportunities to improve site coordination, scheduling, communication and construction processes as Akash Homes continues to grow. What You’ll Bring Previous experience supervising residential construction sites or independently managing homebuilding projects. Strong knowledge of residential construction practices, sequencing and trade coordination. Strong understanding of Alberta Building Code and applicable OH&S requirements. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple homes at different stages of construction while maintaining quality and schedule. Ability to assess workmanship, identify construction issues and determine the appropriate next steps to resolve them. Confidence holding trade partners accountable and addressing quality, scheduling or performance concerns directly and professionally. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions in the field. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with trades, employees, homeowners and internal departments. Experience leading, coaching or mentoring others on-site. Strong organization and follow-through with the ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced construction environment. A hands-on approach and willingness to step in when needed to keep a build moving. Openness to feedback, changing processes and continuous improvement as the business grows. A valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle to travel between construction sites. We’re less concerned about formal degrees and more interested in your ability to build well, lead people and deliver results. That said, the following would be considered assets: Diploma or coursework in Construction Management, Building Science, Construction Engineering Technology or a related field. Experience with construction management software such as BuildPro. Previous experience working within a high-volume residential homebuilder. Compensation and Benefits Some highlights of our total compensation at Akash Homes are: Competitive salary based on experience Extended health benefits including dental and vision RRSP & DPSP program Flexible time policies and support for life outside of work Continuing education and training support As Akash Homes continues to scale, we remain committed to investing in a compensation and benefits package that supports our employees’ success and well being. Thank you to all who apply. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted. About Us Life is complicated enough. At Akash Homes, we believe building a home shouldn’t be. We’ve grown fast by doing things differently — removing surprises, prioritizing quality, and delivering homes that feel as good as they look. We’re scaling quickly across Western Canada, and we need people who are ready to dig in and help shape what comes next. If you haven’t heard of us: Akash Homes is a homebuilder headquartered in Edmonton, with active communities in Edmonton, Calgary, and Winnipeg. We’re on an ambitious growth trajectory and have quickly established ourselves as one of the largest homebuilders in Western Canada. As our production has grown, we’ve aggressively scaled our team alongside it, building the people, leadership, and infrastructure needed to support where we’re headed next. This kind of growth isn’t just about the numbers — it’s about the culture we’re building, the people we’re investing in, and the momentum we’re proud to sustain.