Lead Hand – URD Volker Stevin Contracting Calgary, AB Seasonal Application Deadline: 16/05/2025

Vscontracting; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team where safety and teamwork are paramount! As a Lead Hand, you'll play a crucial role in managing crews for underground utility projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and contributing to a culture of excellence. This position offers the chance to step into leadership roles and make a real impact on project success. With a commitment to employee growth and a supportive work environment, this is an exciting opportunity to build a rewarding career in the construction industry.

Benefits

100% Employer-Paid Benefits

RRSP Contributions

Access to 500+ Training Courses

Long-Term Career Opportunities

Seasonal Rehire Loyalty

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in shallow utility construction.
• Prior leadership experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the Foreman in managing the crew for utility installations.
• Conduct safety meetings and monitor compliance.

Skills

Shallow Utility Construction

Leadership

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

At Volker Stevin, our employees are key to the success of every project, contributing to the legacy we build within the communities we serve. If you’re ready to take on a challenging, hands-on role where safety, teamwork, and growth are paramount, we encourage you to join our dynamic team. Together, we’ll continue to set the standard for excellence in construction.

Reporting to the Foreman, the Lead Hand will support the Foreman to manage the crew in the installation and maintenance of shallow underground utilities (electrical, gas, telecommunication, street lighting) for Fortis and Enmax projects and assist in managing crew. This position is also a point of contact for the assigned crew to ensure that all work is done in a safe and effective manner and to project specifications.

How You’ll Add Value

• Actively contribute to the safety culture, promoting a safe and productive work environment
• Conduct safety meetings and field-level hazard assessments to identify risks and ensure a safe worksite
• Will step into a leadership role as the foreman’s delegate when required
• Ensure all employees wear the required PPE to maintain compliance and prevent injuries
• Assist with the worksite planning to create a safe and organized job site
• Provide orientation training for new hires on required tasks and equipment to ensure proper procedures are followed
• Monitor work quality to maintain compliance with project standards and specifications
• Maintain accurate records and reporting systems for job site activities to support project tracking and compliance
• Assist in reviewing, completing, and correcting documentation, including daily time sheets, tailgate meetings, and incident reports to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Perform in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following:

Qualifications & Experience

• 2+ years of experience in shallow utility construction
• Prior leadership experience is an asset
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a Driver’s Abstract showing no more than 6 demerits and no major infractions

How We Make It Count

As part of the Volker Stevin group of companies, we invest in our people by providing industry-leading support, training, and benefits that help you build a rewarding career and a strong future for your family.

• 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy industry-leading comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• RRSP: Build your future with employer RRSP contributions for eligible employees
• Long-Term Careers: Join a team with an average tenure of 7.3 years across all roles
• Seasonal Rehire Loyalty: 44% of seasonal employees return year after year
• Professional Growth: Access 500+ training courses in safety, upskilling, and leadership development
• Unlimited Potential: Be part of a company that supports your goals and helps you succeed

Our Commitment to You

Safety Isn’t Just a Priority—It’s a Value. Safety is woven into the fabric of who we are and how we operate. It’s not a box we check off; it’s a commitment that guides every decision we make, every process we implement, and every project we undertake. Because at the end of the day, when we say safety is a value, we mean it’s a promise we make to our people, families, and the communities we serve.

True to Our Word, True to Our People. Our culture is grounded in humility and authenticity, with a deep commitment to family. We believe in supporting each other, no matter the role or title. When we say we care, we mean it—our actions match our words. Everyone is empowered, valued, and respected, because being ‘true to our word’ means being ‘true to our people.’

Interesting Projects and Skill-Building Work. Volker Stevin is known for its ability to take on complex projects of all sizes, from large-scale infrastructure builds to specialized niche developments to highway maintenance and more. This diversity in project scope and complexity means that our employees have access to new opportunities across our family of companies that challenge them to think creatively and develop new skills.

Join a Team Where People Truly Matter

Note: Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Testing will be required.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. While we carefully review all submissions, only those whose qualifications closely align with the role will be contacted.

About Volker Stevin Contracting

Since 1978 Volker Stevin Contracting Ltd. has been one of the premier civil contractors in the Calgary region. We are a well-established, and highly respected general contractor with a wealth of experience, and expertise in projects ranging from $10,000 to $150,000,000. We take great pride in delivering top quality projects on time, and on budget.As one of the larger local contractors, we have the personnel, resources, and equipment to ensure timely delivery of the projects to which we commit. Our resource pool offers us approximately 800 employees, from general laborers to the most highly skilled equipment operators, foremen, superintendents, and project managers, all within the City of Calgary and area.

About Volker Stevin Contracting

Since 1978 Volker Stevin Contracting Ltd. has been one of the premier civil contractors in the Calgary region. We are a well-established, and highly respected general contractor with a wealth of experience, and expertise in projects ranging from $10,000 to $150,000,000. We take great pride in delivering top quality projects on time, and on budget.As one of the larger local contractors, we have the personnel, resources, and equipment to ensure timely delivery of the projects to which we commit. Our resource pool offers us approximately 800 employees, from general laborers to the most highly skilled equipment operators, foremen, superintendents, and project managers, all within the City of Calgary and area.

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