Civil Construction Field Operations Supervisor

LaPrairie Group of Companies; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LaPrairie Works Inc., a member of LaPrairie Group of Companies, is seeking a Civil Construction Field Operations Supervisor to support our Superintendent on Western Canada projects.

You will manage day-to-day field activities, coordinate crews and subtrades, interpret drawings, allocate equipment, and drive safe, efficient completion of road, bridge, and earthworks projects; a hands-on leader is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in civil and bridge construction/maintenance.
• Site supervision or management experience is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of worksite safety and SOPs for bridge projects.
• Able to perform physically demanding outdoor tasks in variable weather.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee civil infrastructure projects including road construction, earthworks and bridges.
• Perform construction and rehabilitation tasks on timber, concrete, cable, and steel bridges.
• Safely operate heavy equipment such as skid steers, loaders, dozers, excavators, graders, and pile drivers.
• Interpret drawings and scopes to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Coordinate with the Project Superintendent on equipment and resources.
• Lead on-site activities with a focus on Health, Safety, and Environmental practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Civil construction experience

Site supervision experience

Safety procedures knowledge

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!