Job Description

Our client is a well-established civil contractor delivering excavation, underground utilities, and road construction projects across the Lower Mainland. They're looking for a strong Working Foreman who can lead from the front — someone equally at home in the trench and running a crew.

ABOUT OUR CLIENT
A reputable and growing civil construction contractor with a strong pipeline of municipal and infrastructure projects across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Known for a tight-knit, high-performing field culture and competitive compensation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a crew of 4–10 labourers, operators, and trades on civil construction sites
• Read and interpret civil drawings, grade sheets, and project specifications
• Coordinate daily work plans with the Project Manager and Superintendent
• Enforce and model safe work practices in accordance with WorkSafeBC regulations
• Monitor production and ensure work is completed on schedule and to specification
• Communicate with municipal inspectors, consultants, and subcontractors
• Complete daily site reports, pre-task plans, and timesheets
• Hands-on involvement in excavation, utilities installation, and road construction as required

WHAT YOU BRING

• 5+ years of experience in civil construction — excavation, underground utilities, or road construction
• Proven experience leading crews in a foreman or lead hand capacity
• Ability to read civil drawings and work to grade
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence (Class 3 or 1 an asset)
• Tickets: OFA Level 1, Fall Protection, Confined Space, WHMIS (current)
• NCSO or Traffic Control Supervisor designation is a strong asset
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven site environment

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience
• Steady, year-round work with a strong project backlog
• Supportive leadership and a team-first culture
• Opportunities to grow into a Superintendent role

HOW TO APPLY
Apply here NOW:

Anita McLaughlin
Regional Recruitment Manager — Civil Construction
M: anita.mclaughlin@ssaltd.com
T: +1 604 318 3226
W: www.ssaltd.com

All applications are treated with complete confidentiality. Our client's identity will be disclosed only at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process.