Jobs in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada | November 2024 Opportunities

: Site Superintendent Location: Office Location - 111 Gordon Baker Road, North York, Ontario Site Location - 250 Riverbend Drive, Kitchener, OntarioCompany: DC&F Corp Job Type: Full-Time Salary: Competitive, Based on Experience + Bonus About UsDC&F is a leading construction management and general contracting company specializing in midrise and ICI construction. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget while maintaining a focus on innovation, safety, and client satisfaction.We are looking for an experienced and Site Superintendent to join our team to deliver this and future projects.Position Overview: We are looking for a skilled Site Superintendent to lead on-site activities for the KW Humane Society's new office project at 250 Riverbend Drive. The ideal candidate has a strong background in construction management and is committed to completing projects with excellence, on schedule, and within budget. This role will require coordination with a variety of stakeholders to ensure that the Humane Society’s new office meets the highest quality and safety standards.Project Description:DC&F is building a new administration and office building for the KW Humane Society. The project consists of a 6,000sf two story structure constructed from structural steel and hollow core floors with a full basement foundation on a helical pile support system. The building features new office and administration space, community outreach areas and a vehicle garage fort he Humane Society’s mobile veterinary clinic. Construction is to begin December 2024. Key Responsibilities:Supervise all aspects of the construction site, including subcontractors, laborers, and material management.Ensure adherence to project timelines, budget, and quality standards, ensuring the new KW Humane Society office is completed to specifications.Coordinate daily site operations and construction activities to maintain workflow and productivity.Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and quality standards.Communicate effectively with project managers, subcontractors, clients, and team members.Oversee site safety and enforce safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.Manage and resolve on-site issues promptly to keep the project on track.Maintain daily logs, progress reports, and relevant documentation.Qualifications:Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Site Superintendent in the construction industry.Proven experience in managing commercial or office projectsStrong knowledge of construction processes, scheduling, and safety regulations.Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities effectively.Familiarity with Ontario Building Code, health and safety regulations, and local construction practices.Benefits:Competitive salary and benefits packageOpportunities for professional growth and developmentSupportive team environment focused on quality and excellence in constructionOur Work EnvironmentThis is the part of the posting where I tell you what our company is like. This is where we demonstrate our values, honesty, integrity, respect & fairness. We treat everyone that works with us like family. We are a, hard working company that wants to get things done and built. We don’t micromanage people until they want to pull their hair out, nor do we leave our staff with no direction or support. We understand that success on the job site starts with setting our staff up success from the beginning. We are fair. If you need some time off to go to the dentist. Go. If your child is sick, go take care of them. We take care of our people. Sometimes that’s a day off, sometimes that’s helping them with fixing up their home or a multitude of other things. We are serious about what we do but we like to have fun with it. If you like dealing with interesting projects with challenges and don’t want to put up strip malls and suburban housing until the end of time, apply. If your mind is flexible and wants to explore a better way of doing things, apply. If you love construction, if you can think of one thousand ways to build a structure, if you want a place where you can apply your knowledge and make meaningful suggestions, please do apply.  How to ApplyInterested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to joe@dcfcorp.com. Please include "Business Development Manager Application" in the subject line.

Join the Ontario Mutual Automobile Plan (OMAP) team and experience the passion it takes to empower and advance our mutual insurance community!We have an excellent opportunity to join one of Waterloo Region’s top employers as an Underwriting & Product Associate in our Ontario Mutual Automobile Plan (OMAP) department. With this position, you will have the opportunity to join a culture that takes pride in being honest, delivering on promises and is committed to doing what is right. OMAP is a department which provides product, underwriting, actuarial, regulatory, and systems support to a group of Ontario Mutual Insurance Association (OMIA) companies that underwrite automobile insurance in Ontario and have elected to do a common filing with the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA). This group of 30 mutual insurance companies writes a combined annual automobile insurance premium base of approximately $300M. The Underwriting & Product Associate directly reports to the Manager – Underwriting & Product, OMAP. The Associate is an essential team member primarily responsible for varied administrative and coordination functions supporting day-to-day operations and essential business processes. The role provides support to the OMAP team, including mailbox handling, and webpage management. This role provides learning opportunities and growth, including the development of underwriting skills. The role requires the ability to manage multiple deadlines, time management skills and the ability to adapt to changing demands and priorities to meet business needs. The role provides support to and liaises with internal work partners and external business partners providing a high level of customer service through the accurate and timely fulfillment of requests. The role is responsible for learning and effectively executing various tasks within the team to support peers to ensure the team meets objectivesThis position offers a hybrid work schedule. In-office frequency is usually 2-3 days per month along with infrequent travel.The Role:The successful candidate can expect to:Compile and effectively tracks information through the creation and maintenance of spreadsheets and other tools.Create and distribute routine and ad hoc correspondence, reports, presentations and other material.Organize and maintain various sources of information; records, develops and maintains processes and documentation.Provide administrative support for meetings and other organizational events.Monitor and coordinate updating information on OMAP webpage as required.Respond to various administrative requests to meet business needs.Work as a key partner with relevant parties to provide support to the member mutual insurance companies we represent.Assist in maintaining underwriting policies and conducting product and market research. Your Skills and Qualifications:You have post secondary education in Business, or a related field and are working towards completion of your Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation.You have a minimum of one year’s experience in an Underwriting or Claims related role.Prior auto insurance experience would be a significant assetYou have strong interpersonal skills with an enthusiasm for building relationshipsYou have strong attention to detail and are highly organizedYou have the ability to prioritize to meet timelines and demonstrate flexibility to adaptProficient in navigating various software and tools and have a track record of high level of customer service and administrative success Join Our Team!Recognized as one of Waterloo Area’s Top Employers 2024 as well as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers 2024, at Farm Mutual Re we are committed to inclusion for all and cultivating belonging where everyone can be their authentic and best selves. Operating since 1959, Farm Mutual Re is a general reinsurer, sharing in the property, automobile, liability, and other risks originally accepted by insurance companies operating principally in Canada.We’re passionate about empowering and supporting our employees and business partners. Our relationships are the foundation that helps us advance the mutual insurance community. We take pride in giving back to our community and the environment. We hold ourselves accountable for the promises we make to our members, employees, and valued business partners.Our office is in Cambridge, Ontario off the 401 in a state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly building. Our employees enjoy perks including complimentary access to an on-site gym, a variety of fitness classes and wellness sessions, as well as the flexibility to work remotely as we embrace the modern hybrid work environment. Our culture is supportive of achieving a balanced and healthy lifestyle. In addition to a great working environment, we invest in our employees continued professional development, offer a competitive salary, employer-paid benefits, pension plan and more.How to Apply: Don’t miss this opportunity to join our team. Visit our website and complete our Employment Application found on our Careers page.In accordance with our company values, Farm Mutual Re is committed to creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment for all as well as to providing accommodations and achieving a barrier-free workplace. Should you require an accommodation to participate in our recruitment process, please contact recruitment@farmmutualre.com.

About the Company:Founded in 2003 by seasoned real estate executives, Europro, an asset management company, is supported by an in-house property management, financial, leasing and development team. We identify investment property opportunities, complete due diligence and analysis, acquire and manage the investment. When appropriate for our investors, we organize the disposition of the property. Investments include retail properties, office towers and industrial buildings. Europro currently manages over 30 assets with over $600 million in value covering more than 4 million square feet. Europro is a highly entrepreneurial and driven organization that generates profits for its investors. For more information on Europro please visit our website www.europro.ca.About the Position:Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the JR Building Operator is responsible for the day to day operations of the assigned building. Duties include, but may not be limited to, checking, maintaining and repairing building systems, preforming preventative maintenance, promptly and courteously responding to tenant work orders and participating in the on-call rotation. As a representative of the company, the Building Operator's actions and conduct will at all times promote the company values and may be required to assist at other properties on an as needed basis.What you’ll do:Follow safe work practices, and implement knowledge of WHMIS and OH&S policies in work activities;Comply with company policies and procedures at all times and ensure building standards and efficiencies are maintained;Conduct appropriately at all times and present an acceptable appearance while on site performing the duties of the position;Assist with the operation and daily inspection of all HVAC, mechanical, electrical, life safety equipment as directed by HVAC Supervisor. Performs minor repairs and adjustments as needed;Assist with the daily tests and record keeping for chemical treatment of all fluid systems;Assist with the monitoring of the central HVAC and building related systems. Perform routine preventive maintenance and repairs and including filter replacements, belt adjustments, minor repairs, boiler inspections, cooling tower cleaning, etc.;As directed assist with the monitoring of the Building Automation System for operating trends and revision to set points and operating schedules;Test run and log emergency generator and fire pumps as per schedule;Assist with coordinating access for Third Party service providers, and shut down of building systems to accommodate installation of tenant improvements and modifications to building systems, mechanical rounds and inspect equipment to ensure that it is operating within correct parameters;Troubleshoot mechanical equipment and perform/coordinate unscheduled repairs;Answer tenant calls regarding heating, cooling problems & building emergencies (i.e. water leaks); co-ordinate same with the tenant to ensure proper repair is being completed with a customer service focus, on a timely fashion;As directed assist with seasonal shutdown/startup of heating/cooling systems, chillers and cooling towers;As directed assist with the winterizing of all common area air-handling units including draining and anti-freeze treatment as required;Maintain an accurate log of daily activities while on shift;Assist with the monthly recording of utility check meter readings, with an understanding of consumption data, and reporting anomalies in consumption trends;Assist with the monitoring and control of all life safety equipment including the fire alarm and sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, standpipe connections, fire doors, etc.;Assist with organization of operations storage and shop areas;Assist in identifying and developing more efficient building operating procedures, safe work policies, and standards;Assist with the maintenance and control of wet and dry sprinkler systems;Co-ordinate with the Security Department, monitoring company and contractors in draining and refilling sprinkler systems as required;Be available for emergency call out response and assistance;Assist with creation budgets, variance reporting, forecasting, future year budgeting, issuance of purchase orders and project management of upgrade projects;Other duties as assigned by Operations Supervisor and Manager;Travel between Kitchener and Waterloo buildings is required.Minimum Qualifications:1 + years of direct work experience holding a position in building operationsHVAC, electrical, fire alarm panels, Sprinkler systems, Emergency power generators, plumbing, etc. and understand specifications and related system drawingsFamiliar with automated preventative maintenance programs an asset has basic keyboarding skillsAbility to communicate effectively and professionally, both oral and written, with all levels within the companyMature and self-motivated team player who is committed to personal growth and ethical integrityProven strong relationships with industry peers and trade associationsExceptional observation and problem solving skillsFamiliar with Provincial Health & Safety Legislation (i.e. WHMIS, Occupational H&S Act)Physically fit enabling reasonable lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, walkingAbility to work independently on assigned tasks and with other team members for tasks requiring more than 1 personCompletion of, or in progress of obtaining Class 2 Building Environmental Systems Certification is considered an assetWorking at heights certification is required, will trainExperience with building automation systems or general computer skillsClass G drivers license and own vehicle is requiredProficient in MS OfficeAbility to work evenings and weekends, as being on a rotation on-call schedule is requiredStrong administrative and organizational skills; ensures operations records, files and documentation are maintained in an orderly, accurate and timely fashionAbility to achieve goals using logical and strategic approaches to resolving challenges; and is adaptable to new ideas and can embrace changeAbility to allocate one’s time effectively (prioritize) and manage multiple demands with tight deadlines; works under pressure and achieve quality resultsAbility to resolve problems using facts and sound reasoning

: Site Superintendent Location: Office Location - 111 Gordon Baker Road, North York, Ontario Site Location - 250 Riverbend Drive, Kitchener, OntarioCompany: DC&F Corp Job Type: Full-Time Salary: Competitive, Based on Experience + Bonus About UsDC&F is a leading construction management and general contracting company specializing in midrise and ICI construction. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget while maintaining a focus on innovation, safety, and client satisfaction.We are looking for an experienced and Site Superintendent to join our team to deliver this and future projects.Position Overview: We are looking for a skilled Site Superintendent to lead on-site activities for the KW Humane Society's new office project at 250 Riverbend Drive. The ideal candidate has a strong background in construction management and is committed to completing projects with excellence, on schedule, and within budget. This role will require coordination with a variety of stakeholders to ensure that the Humane Society’s new office meets the highest quality and safety standards.Project Description:DC&F is building a new administration and office building for the KW Humane Society. The project consists of a 6,000sf two story structure constructed from structural steel and hollow core floors with a full basement foundation on a helical pile support system. The building features new office and administration space, community outreach areas and a vehicle garage fort he Humane Society’s mobile veterinary clinic. Construction is to begin December 2024. Key Responsibilities:Supervise all aspects of the construction site, including subcontractors, laborers, and material management.Ensure adherence to project timelines, budget, and quality standards, ensuring the new KW Humane Society office is completed to specifications.Coordinate daily site operations and construction activities to maintain workflow and productivity.Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and quality standards.Communicate effectively with project managers, subcontractors, clients, and team members.Oversee site safety and enforce safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.Manage and resolve on-site issues promptly to keep the project on track.Maintain daily logs, progress reports, and relevant documentation.Qualifications:Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Site Superintendent in the construction industry.Proven experience in managing commercial or office projectsStrong knowledge of construction processes, scheduling, and safety regulations.Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities effectively.Familiarity with Ontario Building Code, health and safety regulations, and local construction practices.Benefits:Competitive salary and benefits packageOpportunities for professional growth and developmentSupportive team environment focused on quality and excellence in constructionOur Work EnvironmentThis is the part of the posting where I tell you what our company is like. This is where we demonstrate our values, honesty, integrity, respect & fairness. We treat everyone that works with us like family. We are a, hard working company that wants to get things done and built. We don’t micromanage people until they want to pull their hair out, nor do we leave our staff with no direction or support. We understand that success on the job site starts with setting our staff up success from the beginning. We are fair. If you need some time off to go to the dentist. Go. If your child is sick, go take care of them. We take care of our people. Sometimes that’s a day off, sometimes that’s helping them with fixing up their home or a multitude of other things. We are serious about what we do but we like to have fun with it. If you like dealing with interesting projects with challenges and don’t want to put up strip malls and suburban housing until the end of time, apply. If your mind is flexible and wants to explore a better way of doing things, apply. If you love construction, if you can think of one thousand ways to build a structure, if you want a place where you can apply your knowledge and make meaningful suggestions, please do apply.  How to ApplyInterested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to joe@dcfcorp.com. Please include "Business Development Manager Application" in the subject line.