Damage Prevention and Safety Coordinator

Clearway•Vancouver, BC

17d•CA$90,000 - CA$95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Clearway, we are committed to every project. We pride ourselves on a keen work ethic and more importantly, the talent and skill of our people. In fact, the Clearway Staff is the reason why so many organizations turn to us for the most complex construction assignments. That is how we’ve evolved from a sewer and watermain contractor, to one of Canada’s most reputable construction companies with as many capabilities as there are needs. Clearway has been operating for more than 50 years, specializing in sewers and watermains, transportation, dry utilities, shoring, road reconstruction, concrete forming, marine, environmental remediation and treatment plants / pumping stations. If you are looking to work for a growing company who values the contribution of its employees and you demonstrate creativity, ingenuity, initiative and a high-level commitment then we are the company for you. We offer challenging and rewarding career opportunities, with room to grow, learn and excel. Job Summary: The Damage Prevention and Safety Coordinator (DPC) is responsible for leading Clearway Construction’s pre-locate investigation program and ensuring all underground utilities and buried infrastructure are accurately identified, verified, and documented prior to any ground disturbance. This role is critical in protecting employees, the public, and third-party assets by ensuring no excavation or saw-cutting occurs without proper clearance. Reporting to the health and Safety Manager, the DPC also plays a key leadership role in fostering a proactive safety culture across field operations. This is a dual-role position: Primary: Damage prevention and ground-disturbance oversight Secondary: Safety Coordinator support (when no active ground disturbance work is underway) Location: BC / Vancouver Division. Combination of field and office / trailer work; travel between multiple project sites across the Lower Mainland. Hours of Operations: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Annual Salary: $90,000-95,000 (Based on qualifications, experience and relevant skills)

Requirements

3+ years of experience in underground utility locating, damage prevention, or civil / heavy construction with direct exposure to ground-disturbance operations.
Working knowledge of BC damage-prevention practices, BC 1 Call / BC One Call ticketing, and utility owner locate processes.
Working knowledge of the BC Occupational Health & Safety Regulation and WorkSafeBC requirements.
Ability to read and interpret civil drawings, as-builts, utility records, and site plans.
Demonstrated understanding of excavation safety, tolerance zones, and safe hand-exposure / hydrovac methods.
Experience conducting site safety inspections, hazard assessments, and incident investigations.
Strong documentation discipline and the ability to compile and control a comprehensive record set (e.g., the Utility Locate Binder).
Valid Class 5 BC driver’s licence and ability to travel to project sites across the Lower Mainland.

Nice To Haves

Formal damage-prevention or utility-locating certification (e.g., ORCGA / Canadian Common Ground Alliance training, utility locator certification).
Construction Safety Officer (CSO / NCSO) designation or actively working toward it.
OFA Level 1 (or higher) first-aid certificate.
Experience leading, coaching, or supervising a small field crew.
Experience supporting a COR-certified safety program and incident / root-cause investigations.
Familiarity with municipal permitting and utility owner requirements in Metro Vancouver.
Ground Disturbance Level II, Utility Safety, or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the pre-locate investigation program across assigned projects
Plan Phase 1 damage-prevention setup, including scope, timelines, and required investigations
Supervise pre-locate crews and ensure quality and accuracy of fieldwork
Coordinate utility locate requests (BC One Call) and liaise with utility owners and third parties
Review drawings, permits, utility records, and locate tickets before excavation
Validate field markings against documentation
Identify discrepancies, missing data, or risks and ensure resolution
Maintain the Utility Locate Binder as the single source of truth
Ensure documentation is complete, current, and accessible to field teams
Track expiries, renewals, daylighting results, and correspondence
Lead pre-excavation meetings with crews and supervisors
Communicate utility locations, risk zones, and excavation controls
Document attendance, decisions, and outstanding actions
Review saw-cut areas before execution
Coordinate with project teams to integrate damage prevention into work plans
Conduct field checks to ensure compliance with locate data
Promote a strong safety culture across crews
Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings on damage prevention
Provide training on excavation safety, tolerance zones, and safe practices
Collaborate with supervisors to position safety as a productivity enabler
Conduct audits and inspections across project sites
Track and follow up on corrective actions
Support incident investigations and root-cause analysis
Assist with WorkSafeBC reporting requirements
Track trends and share lessons learned
Maintain compliance with COR and safety management systems
Assist with subcontractor safety prequalification
Support internal and external audits
Deliver site orientations and safety training
Maintain training records and certifications
Support emergency response planning