Civil Construction Foremen

Wilco; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages with overtime pay

Reliable hours and job stability

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wilco Contractors Northwest is seeking experienced foremen to lead civil, earthworks and landscaping crews across Edmonton-area projects. You will drive planning, execution, and safety, mentoring crews and coordinating with the Superintendent on manpower and materials.

Join a team that values quality, safety, and collaborative problem solving. Ideal candidates have proven foreman or superintendent experience in civil environments, strong leadership and hands-on expertise with equipment and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as construction foreman or superintendent, civil projects preferred.
• Strong leadership, mentorship and interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of equipment operation.
• Good numeracy, record keeping and comfortable with technology.
• Ability to read and execute plans, read grade stakes and use a laser level.
• Able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Work unsupervised with a 3–5 person crew.
• Knowledge of landscaping fundamentals: grading, planting, hardscape.
• Promote a safe, positive team culture across departments.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews in the safe and efficient execution of construction activities.
• Actively participate in field construction, including planning, execution, quantity verification, and quality control.
• Communicate upcoming project needs to the Superintendent, including manpower, materials, and equipment requirements.
• Coordinate daily work activities based on project priorities and schedules.
• Supervise the safe and effective use of equipment, tools, and machinery.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to Wilco's high-quality standards.
• Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with project specifications and schedules.
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members in accordance with Wilco procedures and safe work practices.
• Foster a positive team environment built on accountability, communication, and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Reading plans

Grade stakes

Laser level

Time management

Safety focus

Job description

Build Your Future with Wilco Contractors Northwest

At Wilco Contractors Northwest, we're building more than projects—we're building careers.

As a leader in civil construction, earthworks, underground utilities, landscape construction, parks, sports facilities, and environmental projects, we continue to grow throughout the Edmonton region. With a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to investing in our people, we're looking for experienced Foremen who want consistent work, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to make a real impact.

Our success is built on safety, teamwork, and a "One Team Spirit" approach. We believe our Foremen are leaders who play a critical role in developing crews, driving project success, and helping shape the future of our company.

We're Hiring Foremen in the Following Areas:

• Grading & Earthworks (Civil)
• Underground Water & Sewer (Civil)
• Hardscape Construction
• Base Construction
• Removals (Civil)
• Carpentry
• Paving Stone & Retaining Walls

Why Join Wilco?

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Exposure to modern construction methods and technology
• Diverse and challenging projects
• A strong safety culture
• Supportive leadership team
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and make an impact from project planning through completion
• Join a growing company with a reputation for delivering complex, high-quality projects

About You

You are a positive, hands-on leader who takes pride in building successful projects and developing successful teams.

You enjoy mentoring and coaching others, communicating effectively with everyone from Labourers to Project Managers, and leading by example. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, can adapt to changing priorities, and are committed to maintaining a safe, productive, and respectful workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead crews in the safe and efficient execution of construction activities.
• Actively participate in field construction, including planning, execution, quantity verification, and quality control.
• Communicate upcoming project needs to the Superintendent, including manpower, materials, and equipment requirements.
• Coordinate daily work activities based on project priorities and schedules.
• Supervise the safe and effective use of equipment, tools, and machinery.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to Wilco's high-quality standards.
• Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with project specifications and schedules.
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members in accordance with Wilco procedures and safe work practices.
• Foster a positive team environment built on accountability, communication, and safety.

• Proven experience as construction superintendent or foreman, civil preferred.
• Must possess strong leadership/mentorship and interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of equipment operation.
• Strong numeracy skills, record keeping and technology usage.
• Ability to read and execute plans, read grade stakes and use laser level.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Work Unsupervised with a 3-5 person crew.
• Have advanced knowledge of the fundamental principals of landscaping including grading, planting and hardscape.
• Promote a positive team culture across all departments and job sites with a focus on safety first and continuous improvement.
• Valid drivers license.

• Competitive wages with overtime pay.
• Reliable hours and job stability.
• Incredible work environment and team atmosphere.
• Training & Development. Interested a in course? Tell us about it we would love to know!
• Corporate Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling
• Company PPE