Wapiti Gravel Suppliers, a division of N.P.A. is one of Western Canada's largest paving contractors, with over 500 employees helping us provide our products and services throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories.

Summary
The Underground Utilities Superintendent is responsible for the safe and efficient planning, execution and completion of underground utility and road-related projects or multiple job sites to the required specifications. This role is a field leader who oversees day-to-day operations, coordinates crews and subcontractors, enforces safety and quality standards, and resolves issues that arise on-site.

Key Responsibilities

Operations

- Ensure sufficient deployment and productivity of excavation, trenching, shoring, and utility installation crews.
- Communicate proactively with Project Managers, Operations Managers and Division Managers and report any issues that could affect project plans, schedule, budget, or safety.
- Allocate resources to achieve project safety, schedule, cost, scope, and quality objectives.
- Coordinate the timely ordering, delivery and stockpiling of pipe, fittings, backfill, bedding material, drainage systems, and other underground materials.
- Organize and coordinate daily activities of crew members, subcontractors, inspectors, and equipment; apply corrective actions to keep the project on time and on budget.
- Ensure accurate measurement and documentation of completed work for timely progress billings and contract compliance.
- Identify and implement best practices for efficient use of construction materials, spoil management, and restoration of road surfaces.
- Plan work sequencing to minimize rework and maximize progress while maintaining public access and traffic control requirements.
- Review and adhere to construction schedules and ensure milestones and completion dates are met.




- Oversee the performance of all subcontractors and third-party utility contractors to ensure work is completed to specification.
- Read and interpret project plans, utility drawings, as-builts, permits, and specifications.
- Ensure compliance with the company’s Code of Ethics; evaluate situations through that lens.
- Complete other related duties as required.

Supervision

- Monitor and manage employee attendance, ensuring the timely arrival and participation of all crew members, and notifying employees of rain days, prior to the start of the work.
- Delegate tasks and accountabilities, instruct, supervise, lead, and direct crews.
- Liaise between the company and employees on a variety of employee related matters.
- Comply with relevant legislation regarding employee management, terminations, and resignations.
- Handle and thoroughly investigate all employee concerns.
- Liaise with the Human Resource department on a variety of employee related issues, including recruitment, employee development, benefits, training, terminations, and investigations.
- Ensure consistent and fair application of the progressive disciplinary policy, as necessary.
- Other supervisor duties as required

Safety and Teamwork

Promote, execute, and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, sub-contractors, and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.

- Work with Safety Department to investigate damage, incidents or near misses in the worksite,



and ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the Company’s Safety Program.
- Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or endanger the wellbeing of others.
- Participate as a team member, and contribute towards the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required.
- Promote a team approach and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas.
- Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required.

Qualifications

- High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred
- Class 5 Drivers License required

Working Conditions

- Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
- Work may be performed in an indoor setting, which could include sitting or standing for extended periods of time, and extended computer use including exposure to blue-light and wrist dexterity.
- Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 LBS on a regular basis.
- Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.
- Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements.

What's In It For You?

We are pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive and competitive wage, accommodations and live out allowance as applicable, extended health benefits with STD and LTD, company matching RRSP plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more!

Job Types: Full time, Seasonal

Pay: $60.00-$70.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Underground Utilities Superintendent (Canada)
🏢 Wapiti Gravel Suppliers
📍 Canada