Civil Construction Superintendent

Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc•Edmonton, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Build Your Career with One of Alberta's Leading Civil Contractors Looking for more than just your next job? If you're an experienced Superintendent who wants consistent year-round work, opportunities to grow, and the chance to lead high-performing crews using some of the newest equipment and technology in the industry, we'd like to meet you. At Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc., we don't just build projects—we build careers. We're committed to developing our people through mentorship, leadership opportunities, and continuous learning while delivering some of Alberta's most exciting civil construction projects. We're Hiring Leaders In: Civil Earthworks & Grading Underground Water & Sewer Base Construction Hardscape & Landscape Construction Whether you're an experienced Superintendent ready for your next challenge or even a Foreman looking to take the next step in your leadership career, we want to hear from you! The Leader We're Looking For: You're someone people naturally follow. You lead by example, communicate clearly, and believe that the best projects are built by strong teams. You enjoy mentoring others, developing future leaders, and creating an environment where people take pride in their work. You're organized, adaptable, and confident making decisions in a fast-paced construction environment while never compromising safety or quality. Most importantly, you understand that great leaders build people just as much as they build projects.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Construction Superintendent or Foreman (Civil Construction preferred)
Strong leadership, coaching, and mentorship abilities
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Experience managing crews, subcontractors, and multiple priorities
Strong understanding of earthworks, grading, underground utilities, or landscape construction
Ability to read construction drawings, grades, and survey information
Comfortable using tablets, construction software, and digital reporting systems
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

Experience with GPS machine control, laser levels, or related construction technology is an asset

Responsibilities

Champion and promote Wilco's Safety and Environmental programs every day.
Lead and mentor crews while fostering a positive, high-performance team culture.
Plan daily work activities to maximize productivity and meet project schedules.
Coordinate manpower, equipment, subcontractors, and materials.
Work closely with Project Managers to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.
Read and interpret plans, specifications, grades, and project layouts.
Identify and resolve field issues before they impact production.
Monitor production, quality, and costs while continually looking for opportunities to improve.
Maintain strong communication with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
Train, coach, and develop crew members while identifying future leaders.
Ensure all work meets company standards, project specifications, and client expectations.
Complete daily reporting, safety documentation, equipment inspections, payroll, labor coding, and project administration using modern field technology.
Participate in project reviews and continuous improvement initiatives to help make every project better than the last.

Benefits

Consistent, long-term employment
Career advancement opportunities into senior leadership roles
Mentorship and professional development from experienced industry leaders
Work with a modern fleet of new and late-model CAT equipment
Utilize the latest LiDAR technology, GPS machine control, and 3D mapping systems
Competitive compensation
Diverse, challenging projects that keep every day interesting
A company culture built on Safety First, respect, accountability, and a true One Team mindset
The opportunity to make a real impact—from project planning through successful completion
Comprehensive benefits package
Reliable hours and job stability
Incredible work environment and team atmosphere
Company vehicle