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Working at Walker
At Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities. Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together.
About the Job
Are you ready to take the lead on impactful, large-scale construction projects that shape communities and drive sustainability? As the Site Superintendent of Capital Projects, you’ll play a key leadership role reporting to the Manager of Capital Projects and will lead the delivery team with the Energy & Technical Services team based in Niagara Falls, ON. In this role, you’ll collaborate with Health & Safety, Environmental Performance, Sales, Marketing and Operations to deliver projects across a wide variety of business lines, touching a great number of construction disciplines. Our projects include; earthmoving and large-scale site works, commercial buildings, processing facilities as well as energy production from landfill gas, including electricity and renewable gas. You will also work collaboratively with Project Managers as we deliver infrastructure and operational facilities to the broader Walker Industries family of companies. Salary ranges from $90,000-$115,000 based on experience and qualifications.
What You’ll Be Doing
Oversee daily construction activities across waste management, renewable energy, organics processing, utilities, and civil works.
Supervise subcontractors, and operators to ensure work meets drawings, specifications, and company standards.
Coordinate site logistics, sequencing, and resource allocation for efficient execution.
Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality, safety, and environmental compliance.
Lead toolbox talks, hazard assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations.
Interpret drawings and specifications, providing direction to crews and contractors.
Verify field conditions, quantities, measurements, and alignment.
Assist with RFIs, field changes, and drawing updates.
Support quality control to ensure materials and installations meet design standards.
Track production, labor, materials, and equipment; prepare regular reports.
Identify risks, delays, and scope changes, recommending corrective actions.
Review and validate timesheets, progress claims, and documentation.
Maintain accurate site logs, inspection records, and as-built/redline drawings.
Here’s What You Need
2–3-year Degree or Diploma in construction related field or equivalent field experience.
4-5 years experience in the Construction industry.
Valid Ontario G Class Driver’s Licence.
Strong knowledge across construction disciplines, including engineering, estimating, scheduling, contracting, and health & safety.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and personalities.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project and Outlook).
What’s in it for you
You become part of a team you can count on
A comprehensive total rewards package and benefits to support your wellbeing
Leaders who support your growth and success
A workplace that provides the best health & safety practices in industry
Give back to your community with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events
At Walker, your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment we’d love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all ethnicities, race, religions, gender identities and expression, Indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities.
Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Working at Walker
At Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities. Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together.
About the Job
Are you ready to take the lead on impactful, large-scale construction projects that shape communities and drive sustainability? As the Site Superintendent of Capital Projects, you’ll play a key leadership role reporting to the Manager of Capital Projects and will lead the delivery team with the Energy & Technical Services team based in Niagara Falls, ON. In this role, you’ll collaborate with Health & Safety, Environmental Performance, Sales, Marketing and Operations to deliver projects across a wide variety of business lines, touching a great number of construction disciplines. Our projects include; earthmoving and large-scale site works, commercial buildings, processing facilities as well as energy production from landfill gas, including electricity and renewable gas. You will also work collaboratively with Project Managers as we deliver infrastructure and operational facilities to the broader Walker Industries family of companies. Salary ranges from $90,000-$115,000 based on experience and qualifications.
What You’ll Be Doing
Oversee daily construction activities across waste management, renewable energy, organics processing, utilities, and civil works.
Supervise subcontractors, and operators to ensure work meets drawings, specifications, and company standards.
Coordinate site logistics, sequencing, and resource allocation for efficient execution.
Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality, safety, and environmental compliance.
Lead toolbox talks, hazard assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations.
Interpret drawings and specifications, providing direction to crews and contractors.
Verify field conditions, quantities, measurements, and alignment.
Assist with RFIs, field changes, and drawing updates.
Support quality control to ensure materials and installations meet design standards.
Track production, labor, materials, and equipment; prepare regular reports.
Identify risks, delays, and scope changes, recommending corrective actions.
Review and validate timesheets, progress claims, and documentation.
Maintain accurate site logs, inspection records, and as-built/redline drawings.
Here’s What You Need
2–3-year Degree or Diploma in construction related field or equivalent field experience.
4-5 years experience in the Construction industry.
Valid Ontario G Class Driver’s Licence.
Strong knowledge across construction disciplines, including engineering, estimating, scheduling, contracting, and health & safety.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and personalities.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project and Outlook).
What’s in it for you
You become part of a team you can count on
A comprehensive total rewards package and benefits to support your wellbeing
Leaders who support your growth and success
A workplace that provides the best health & safety practices in industry
Give back to your community with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events
At Walker, your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment we’d love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all ethnicities, race, religions, gender identities and expression, Indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities.
Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Site Superintendent of Capital Projects position is now open for candidates interested in the Back Office Jobs sector. This role in Niagara offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Back Office Jobs is a plus.
