Superintendent

Civil Superintendent – Heavy Civil Infrastructure

Location: Vancouver Island, BC – Multiple Locations

Salary: $110,000–$150,000 + Full Benefits + RRSP Matching

Position Summary:

We're partnering with an established civil construction contractor to recruit an experienced Civil Superintendent to support heavy civil projects across Vancouver Island.

This is an opportunity to lead field operations on a range of challenging heavy civil projects, working closely with project management and field teams to ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day field operations across heavy civil projects
• Schedule and coordinate crews, subcontractors, equipment, and site activities
• Work closely with Project Managers to maintain project schedules and productivity targets
• Mentor Foremen and junior field staff
• Develop and maintain a strong safety culture across project sites
• Monitor project progress, costs, resources, and upcoming work
• Identify site challenges and develop practical solutions to maintain schedules
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Support preconstruction planning, site reviews, and project execution strategies
• Recognize scope changes and assist with change management
• Ensure quality standards and project specifications are consistently maintained

Qualifications & Experience:

• 6+ years of construction leadership experience within heavy civil construction
• Proven experience successfully delivering complex heavy civil projects
• Experience managing crews, subcontractors, equipment, and multiple site activities
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, project schedules, productivity, and job costing
• Comfortable working in fast-paced and technically challenging project environments
• Technical diploma or degree in engineering or construction is considered an asset
• Previous experience delivering civil projects in British Columbia is preferred

Key Competencies:

• Strong field leadership and team management skills
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong understanding of heavy civil construction operations
• Safety-focused with a commitment to quality
• Organized and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Strong communication and client relationship skills

If you're an experienced Civil Superintendent based on Vancouver Island, or interested in opportunities across the Island, I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation.

Apply directly or reach out to Skyline Recruitment for more information.