Location: Christina Lake & Christina Lake North, Alberta (Camp-Based Role)

Duration: 12-Month Contract with Potential Extension

Experience Level: Senior

About the Role
Our Oil and Gas client is seeking an experienced Contract Earthworks Front Line Supervisor to oversee earthworks and civil construction activities at the Christina Lake site. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution while coordinating contractors, managing field activities, and maintaining compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will bring extensive earthworks and civil construction experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to manage large crews in a fast-paced oil sands environment.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and oversee contractor earthworks and civil construction operations.

Review job execution plans and ensure all requirements are understood and met before work begins.

Monitor project safety, productivity, quality, and compliance with established standards.

Communicate and resolve field issues, deficiencies, and barriers impacting project execution.

Ensure contractors and workers receive required orientations and mentorship support.

Conduct inspections, audits, and spot checks of equipment, personnel, and work practices.

Intervene in unsafe work practices and exercise stop-work authority when necessary.

Verify project schedules, identify conflicts, and communicate required adjustments to stakeholders.

Complete daily reports, activity logs, SiteView entries, ticket verification, and performance reporting.

Inspect completed work to ensure specifications and quality standards are achieved.





Obtain permits as required and maintain project documentation, including photos and videos.

Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in competency assurance programs.

Qualifications & Experience

Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with appropriate vehicle and liability insurance.

Minimum 10 years of experience in civil earthworks construction.

Strong background in:

Surveying and Site Scouting

Estimating and scheduling

Borrow pit management

Logging operations

Construction in various ground conditions

Knowledge of Alberta regulations, industry codes, and standards related to the Oil & Gas sector.

Experience working in boreal forest environments and winter construction operations.

Previous leadership experience as a Foreman, Lead Operator, or Supervisor managing crews of 25+ personnel.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; SiteView experience is considered an asset.

Key Skills

Leadership and team management

Planning and scheduling

Solid communication and stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving and conflict resolution

Time management and organizational skills

Technical reporting and documentation

Safety leadership and compliance management

Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities

Camp-based role is located at Christina Lake, Alberta.

Safety-sensitive position.

Own vehicle required.

Work schedule dependent on project and operational requirements.

Why Join This Opportunity?
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned earthworks professional to contribute to major oil sands operations while leading field execution, driving safety performance, and ensuring successful project delivery within a collaborative team environment.

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📌 Contract Earthworks Front Line Supervisor (British Columbia)
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