Job Description

CIVIL FOREMAN — EXCAVATIONS Calgary, AB | $42-$45/hr | Permanent, Full-Time

THE OPPORTUNITY
Our client is expanding their foreman team in Calgary and looking to add to their crew of eight. The work spans water & sewer, excavation, earthworks, and demolition — steady, varied, and year-round. If you're a working foreman who leads from the front and knows how to keep a crew on track, this is a solid opportunity with a company that has consistent work and a strong pipeline.

ABOUT OUR CLIENT
A well-established civil contractor in Southern Alberta with an active portfolio of municipal and private sector projects across Calgary. They have a strong team culture, experienced leadership, and the project backlog to keep crews busy all year.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a civil construction crew day-to-day on excavation, water & sewer, earthworks, and demolition projects
• Read and interpret civil drawings, grade sheets, and project specifications
• Coordinate daily work plans with the Superintendent and Project Manager
• Ensure safe work practices are followed on site in accordance with Alberta OHS regulations
• Monitor production and ensure work is completed on schedule and to specification
• Liaise with inspectors, utility locators, and other trades on site
• Complete daily reports, pre-task plans, and timesheets
• Mentor and develop crew members
• Hands-on involvement in the work as required — this is a working foreman role

WHAT YOU BRING

• 5+ years in civil construction — excavation, underground utilities, or earthworks
• Proven experience leading crews as a foreman or lead hand
• Ability to read civil drawings and work to grade
• Valid driver's licence (Class 3 or 1 an asset)
• OFA Level 1, Fall Protection, Confined Space, WHMIS — current certifications preferred
• NCSO or Traffic Control an asset
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage people firmly but fairly
• Comfortable working across a variety of project types in a fast-moving environment

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• $42-$45/hr depending on experience
• Steady, year-round work with a strong project pipeline
• Supportive leadership and a team-first culture
• Clear path to Superintendent for the right candidate
• Benefits package

HOW TO APPLY
Apply here now OR email: anita.mclaughlin@ssaltd.com , 604.318.3226 www.ssaltd.com
All applications are treated with complete confidentiality.