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Top Man Position - Civil Construction
- Edmonton, AB, T5M 3W1, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 2–3+ years experience as a Topman or in underground construction
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
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Top Man - Civil Construction
Location: Alberta (Central / Northern Projects) Company: Blackline Civil Inc. Position Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Top Man to lead trench and underground utility operations for water and sewer construction projects. This role is critical to maintaining safety, accuracy, and productivity on site.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct excavator operators to maintain proper trench depth and alignment
- Read and maintain line and grade
for pipe installation - Conduct elevation shots and verify pipe placement
- Coordinate with pipelayers, labourers, and foremen
- Inspect pipes and materials for quality and defects
- Use hand signals and communication to ensure safe operations
- Ensure trench safety and monitor ground conditions
Qualifications & Experience
- 2–3+ years experience as a Topman or in underground construction
- Strong understanding of:
- Line & grade
- Trench work and pipe installation
- Surveying tools (levels, transits, pipe lasers)
- Ability to read blueprints and construction drawings
- Safety-focused mindset
What We’re Looking For
- Strong grade-reading skills
- Ability to control the job from the top of trench
- Good communication with operators and crew
- Proven experience in water & sewer or underground utilities
- Ability to make decisions quickly and solve problems in the field
- High accountability
- Team-first mindset with a focus on execution
- Commitment to safety, quality, and getting the job done right
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Extended health and benefits package
- Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding civil division
- Strong pipeline of work across Alberta
More about this job
Responsibilities
Direct excavator operators and coordinate with the crew to maintain trench depth, alignment, and safe operations. Read line and grade, take elevation measurements, verify pipe placement, and inspect materials for quality.
Requirements
Requires 2–3 or more years of experience as a Top Man or in underground construction, with strong knowledge of line and grade, trench work, pipe installation, and surveying tools. Candidates should be able to read construction drawings, communicate effectively, make sound field decisions, and prioritize safety and quality.
Skills
- Line And Grade Reading
- Trench Work
- Pipe Installation
- Surveying
- Blueprint Reading
- Excavator Operator Direction
- Elevation Measurement
- Pipe Placement Verification
- Underground Utilities
- Water And Sewer Construction
- Trench Safety
- Ground Condition Monitoring
- Crew Communication
- Quality Inspection
- Field Problem-Solving
- Safety Compliance
Benefits
- Extended Health Benefits
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Trades
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Civil Construction
- Underground Utilities
- Water And Sewer Construction
- Trench Operations
- Line And Grade
- Pipe Installation
- Excavator
- Surveying Tools
- Levels
- Transits
- Pipe Lasers
- Elevation Shots
- Construction Drawings
- Blueprints
- Trench Safety
- Ground Conditions
- Pipe Placement
- Quality Inspection
- Hand Signals
- Site Coordination