Civil Foreman (Wet Utilities) BC

Job summary

The Civil Foreman will lead and coordinate daily field activities for underground utility projects, including supervising crews and managing equipment and materials. They are responsible for ensuring construction meets project specifications, maintaining safety standards, and reporting progress to management.

Job details

CIVIL FOREMAN – WET UTILITIES Lower Mainland, BC | $50 – $55/Hour + Benefits THE OPPORTUNITY A well-established and growing civil contractor is looking to add an experienced Civil Foreman to their team in the Lower Mainland. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on construction leader with strong experience in underground wet utilities and municipal infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have experience leading crews through the installation, repair, replacement, and construction of water mains, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and related underground infrastructure. If you are a Civil Foreman who takes pride in leading crews, maintaining production, and delivering quality work safely, this is an opportunity worth exploring. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING Lead and coordinate day-to-day field activities for civil and underground utility projects. Supervise and provide direction to operators, labourers, and crew members. Plan daily work activities, crew requirements, materials, and equipment. Oversee the installation, repair, replacement, and upgrade of wet utilities. Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, grades, and elevations. Work closely with the Site Superintendent and Project Manager to maintain project schedules and production targets. Coordinate equipment, materials, deliveries, and subcontractors as required. Monitor workmanship and ensure construction activities meet project specifications. Identify and resolve field issues and construction challenges. Complete daily reports and communicate project progress, site conditions, and issues to management. Ensure crews follow company and project-specific safety requirements. Maintain a productive, organized, and safety-focused work environment. WHAT YOU BRING 5+ years of civil construction experience with significant underground utility experience. Proven experience leading crews on wet utility projects, including: Water main Sanitary sewer Storm sewer / stormwater Underground utility installation Utility repairs, replacements, and upgrades Previous experience as a Civil Foreman, Utility Foreman, Lead Hand, or experienced Pipe Layer ready to take the next step. Strong understanding of underground utility construction methods and site operations. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, grades, elevations, and specifications. Experience with municipal infrastructure, subdivisions, roadworks, or major civil projects is highly valued. Strong leadership and communication skills. Ability to coordinate crews, equipment, materials, and daily production. Safety-first mindset with a commitment to quality workmanship. Valid driver's license and ability to travel between projects throughout the Lower Mainland. WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY? $50 – $55 per hour, based on experience. Comprehensive benefits package. Work on a variety of civil, municipal, and underground infrastructure projects. Opportunity to take a leadership role with an established civil contractor. Long-term career opportunity with a growing company. Work alongside an experienced construction team with a strong focus on safety, quality, and project delivery. INTERESTED? If you are an experienced Civil Foreman with a strong background in wet utilities, water main, sanitary sewer, stormwater, and underground infrastructure, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion about this opportunity. scott.anderson@canterragroup.net

What you’ll do

The Civil Foreman will lead and coordinate daily field activities for underground utility projects, including supervising crews and managing equipment and materials. They are responsible for ensuring construction meets project specifications, maintaining safety standards, and reporting progress to management.

Requirements

Candidates must have 5+ years of civil construction experience with a strong background in wet utilities such as water mains and sewer systems. Proficiency in reading construction drawings and the ability to lead crews effectively are essential for this role.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

Listed skills

• Civil · Preferred
• Production · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Organized · Preferred
• materials · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Upgrades · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Civil construction
• Underground utilities
• Water main installation
• Sanitary sewer
• Storm sewer
• Construction leadership
• Site supervision
• Reading construction drawings
• Grade interpretation
• Project scheduling
• Equipment coordination
• Safety compliance
• Field reporting
• Municipal infrastructure
• Quality control
• Underground Utilities
• Project Schedules
• Valid Driver's License
• Project Delivery
• Architectural Drawing
• Construction
• Water Supply Networks
• Communication
• Data Compilation
• Pipe (Fluid Conveyance)
• Leadership
• Project Management
• Operations
• Sanitary Sewer
• Storm Drains
• Stormwater Management
• Subcontracting

Job areas

• Construction
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Trades
• Civil Foreman
• Construction Foreman
• Construction Supervisors
• First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers