Civil Construction Field Operations Supervisor
- AB, Canada
- Grande Prairie, AB, T8X 0L2, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
LaPrairie Works Inc., a member of LaPrairie Group of Companies, is an ISO-9001-2015 certified company providing highway and bridge maintenance, civil infrastructure construction, slope stabilization, erosion and drainage control, and environmental remediation services across Western Canada. We are proud to be formally recognized with industry and ministerial awards for innovation and environmental stewardship, while managing long-term contracts within both provincial and federal jurisdictions.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We’re looking for a Civil Construction Field Operations Supervisor to support our Superintendent in overseeing day-to-day construction activities in the field. In this role, you’ll help keep projects on track, by managing schedules, coordinating crews and subtrades, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently. This is a hands-on position that blends leadership with fieldwork, so the right candidate will be adaptable, collaborative, and comfortable balancing a variety of responsibilities. As a leader on site, you’ll provide clear direction to LaPrairie’s field teams and work closely with project managers to deliver quality results.
JOB DUTIES
- Perform and oversee a range of civil infrastructure projects, including road construction, earthworks, new bridges, and structural rehabilitation.
- Carry out construction and rehabilitation tasks on timber, concrete, cable, and steel bridges (standard and major).
- Safely operate heavy equipment, such as skid steers, loaders, dozers, excavators, graders, and pile drivers.
- Interpret and review project drawings and scopes to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Collaborate with the Project Superintendent on equipment needs and resource planning.
- Lead and supervise on-site activities with a strong commitment to Health, Safety, and Environmental practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven experience in civil and bridge construction/maintenance.
- Site supervision or management experience is considered an asset.
- Strong understanding of worksite safety and safe operating procedures in bridge construction and related trades.
- Physically able to perform demanding outdoor tasks in varying weather conditions.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
This is a full-time position, with competitive compensation and an industry-leading health & welfare benefits package.
If you are looking for an exciting career challenge; if you enjoy undertaking a variety of challenging project work all within the vast beauty of Western Canada, then you may be the person we want to hear from!
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application, including a resume and cover letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.
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Responsibilities
The supervisor will oversee day-to-day civil construction activities, including road and bridge projects, while managing schedules and coordinating crews. They are responsible for ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project drawings and environmental standards.
Requirements
Candidates must have proven experience in civil and bridge construction, with site supervision experience considered an asset. A valid Class 5 driver's license and the physical ability to perform demanding outdoor tasks in varying weather conditions are required.
Skills
- Bridge maintenance
- Site supervision
- Heavy equipment operation
- Project scheduling
- Resource planning
- Health and safety compliance
- Drawing interpretation
- Earthworks
- Structural rehabilitation
- Team leadership
- Environmental stewardship
Benefits
- Health and welfare benefits package
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Trades
- Management & Leadership
- Engineering
- Environmental & Sustainability
Keywords
- Civil Construction
- Bridge Maintenance
- Infrastructure
- Earthworks
- Structural Rehabilitation
- Heavy Equipment
- Skid Steer
- Loader
- Dozer
- Excavator
- Grader
- Pile Driver
- Project Management
- Site Supervision
- Health and Safety
- Environmental Remediation
- ISO-9001-2015
- Resource Planning
- Road Construction
- Field Operations