Civil Superintendent (Wet Utilities) BC

Canterra Group•Powell River, BC

1d•CA$130,000 - CA$180,000•Onsite

About The Position

A well-established and growing civil contractor is looking to add an experienced Site Superintendent to their team in the Lower Mainland. This is a key field leadership role for a superintendent with a strong background in underground wet utilities and municipal infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience leading crews and subcontractors through the construction, repair, replacement, and installation of water mains, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and related underground infrastructure. If you are an experienced Civil Superintendent who takes pride in building strong teams, maintaining production, and delivering quality work safely, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

Requirements

7+ years of civil construction experience with significant underground utility experience.
Strong experience with wet utilities, including: Water main, Sanitary sewer, Storm sewer / stormwater, Underground utility installation, Utility repairs, replacements, and upgrades
Previous experience as a Site Superintendent, Civil Superintendent, General Superintendent, or Senior Foreman.
Strong understanding of civil construction, site logistics, drawings, specifications, grades, and elevations.
Experience with municipal infrastructure, subdivisions, roadworks, or major civil projects is highly valued.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to coordinate effectively multiple crews, subcontractors, equipment, and project stakeholders.
Safety-first mindset with a commitment to quality workmanship.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel between projects throughout the Lower Mainland.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day site operations on civil and underground utility projects.
Supervise foremen, operators, labourers, subcontractors, and site personnel.
Plan and coordinate crews, equipment, materials, and site logistics.
Oversee the installation, repair, replacement, and upgrade of wet utilities.
Coordinate closely with Project Managers, engineers, consultants, inspectors, municipalities, and other stakeholders.
Review drawings, specifications, grades, elevations, and construction requirements.
Monitor productivity, quality, schedule, and manpower requirements.
Identify and resolve field issues and construction conflicts.
Maintain daily reports, project documentation, and site records.
Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.
Provide leadership and direction to ensure projects remain on schedule and within established quality and safety standards.