Our client, a well established civil contractor based on Vancouver Island, BC, delivers underground utilities, road construction, and bridge projects. They are seeking a Civil Superintendent to oversee field operations across multiple worksites, lead Foremen and crews, and ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee field operations across multiple civil construction sites, providing direction to Foremen, crews, and subcontractors.

- Develop construction sequences and look-ahead schedules with Project Managers to meet project milestones.

- Coordinate labour, equipment, and materials across worksites, adjusting resources to address changing priorities.

- Monitor productivity and field costs, identifying issues and implementing corrective action.

- Review construction drawings and specifications, identify constructability concerns, and coordinate clarification with the project team.

- Coordinate with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors to resolve field issues and maintain progress.

- Ensure consistent implementation of safety procedures and quality standards across all assigned sites.

- Identify scope changes and unexpected site conditions, documenting potential schedule and cost impacts for Project Managers.

- Mentor Foremen and maintain accountability for site performance, reporting, and project delivery.

Ideal Candidate Requirements:

- Minimum 5 years of civil construction leadership experience, with a solid hands-on construction background.

- Demonstrated experience as a Superintendent or General Foreman overseeing multiple crews, subcontractors, or concurrent worksites.





- Strong background in underground utilities, road construction, earthworks, or related civil infrastructure.

- Experience planning construction sequences, managing schedules, and allocating resources across competing priorities.

- Ability to monitor productivity and field costs and address variances affecting schedule or budget.

- Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, methods, equipment, and site safety requirements.

- Experience working with Project Managers, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve construction issues.

- Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to guide Foremen and hold teams accountable.

Why this Firm?

- Hourly compensation of $50–$55, depending on experience and qualifications.

- Union position with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 115.

- Vacation pay of 13% and pension contributions of $5.15 per hour worked.

- Comprehensive union benefits, including extended health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.

- Access to virtual healthcare and an Employee & Family Assistance Program.

- Company pickup truck and fuel card.

- Company cell phone or cell phone reimbursement, plus a laptop or tablet.

- Annual bonuses based on project performance.

- Opportunities to lead diverse civil projects and advance within the company.

- Supportive, collaborative team environment.

Interested candidates are encouraged to send their resumes in Word document format to [email protected]. Due to the time-sensitive nature of this position, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Torus

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📌 Superintendent (Civil) (Victoria)
🏢 Torus Talent
📍 Victoria