Remote Grading Project Supervisor

Bilinguallink; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 98,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned

Flexible schedule

Mentoring programs

Job summary

Binnie is seeking a Grading Project Supervisor to lead construction contract administration and supervise field crews across BC. You will manage budgets, oversee safety, quality, and environmental compliance while coordinating with project managers and clients.

The role offers flexibility with home-based work options, extensive travel across BC, and a strong support network in a multi-disciplinary, employee-owned firm. You will mentor junior staff and play a key role in project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in civil/transport engineering OR equivalent experience.
• Extensive field supervision and contract administration experience.
• Proven delivery of complex highway projects.

Responsibilities

• Act as Ministry Representative and lead contract administration.
• Oversee contractor performance for safety, quality, env compliance.
• Plan, coordinate and supervise day labour construction forces.
• Manage project budgets, tracking, forecasting costs, and payment quantities.
• Chair and document preconstruction and construction meetings; report status.
• Resolve construction claims in collaboration with PMs and clients.
• Ensure quality management systems are implemented (QC/QA).
• Direct and mentor field staff and consultants; promote safety.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and as-built records.
• Understand and comply with safety program and regulations.

Skills

Contract admin

Field supervision

Budget management

Drawing interpretation

MS Office

Stakeholder mgmt

Safety compliance

Outdoor work travel

Driver's license

Communication

Education

Bachelors Civil/Transportation

Tech diploma option

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

When it comes to construction delivery, you take the lead. You are confident overseeing complex highway and infrastructure projects from start to finish, balancing quality, safety, schedule, and budget. You thrive in a field-based role where collaboration, sound judgment, and accountability matter. You are looking to join a multi-disciplinary, employee-owned consulting firm that values safety, technical excellence, and strong client relationships.

Binnie is seeking a Grading Project Supervisor (Ministry Representative / Contract Administrator) to join our Grading & Paving Division, which provides construction management and supervision, quality management and assurance, contract administration, civil inspection, and construction survey services to clients including the Ministry of Transportation and Transit, BC Hydro, major municipalities, and developers across British Columbia.

This is a part temporary “as and when” position. Work hours are variable and dependent on operational needs, ranging from zero hours during off-peak periods up to approximately 60 hours per week during active construction phases. The role offers flexibility to work from home and live anywhere in BC, along with the chance to work on a strong pipeline of projects. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive and experienced professional team environment and take on meaningful work with a high degree of autonomy and variety.

YOUR ROLE:

• Act as Ministry Representative and lead construction contract administration on assigned projects
• Oversee contractor performance, ensuring compliance with contract documents, specifications, safety, quality, and environmental requirements
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise day labour construction forces, including hiring labour, equipment, and materials
• Manage project budgets, including estimating, tracking, forecasting costs, and certifying quantities for payment
• Chair and document preconstruction and construction meetings and prepare regular project status and expenditure reports
• Resolve or assist in resolving construction claims, disputes, and contentious issues in collaboration with project managers and clients
• Ensure quality management systems are implemented, including quality control, quality assurance, and auditing activities
• Direct and mentor field staff and consultants, fostering a collaborative and safety-focused team environment
• Maintain accurate project documentation, diaries, records, and as-built/red-line drawings
• Understand and comply with the Binnie Safety Program and all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulations

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Transportation, or Construction Engineering with a minimum of two years of related experience; OR a technical diploma with a minimum of four years of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Extensive experience supervising field staff and managing construction contracts and resources
• Proven experience delivering complex highway or transportation infrastructure construction projects
• Strong knowledge of Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTT) Standard Specifications and contract administration practices
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-million-dollar construction budgets and schedules
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong conflict resolution, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Working knowledge of quality management systems and construction inspection practices
• Solid understanding of construction surveying, quantities, and digital terrain models (Civil 3D / CAiCE considered an asset)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent desktop productivity tools
• Willing and able to work outdoors in variable weather conditions, travel throughout British Columbia, and work away from home as project requirements dictate
• Valid driver’s license

ABOUT BINNIE:

We are the people behind the infrastructure you use every day. We’re small enough to know each other’s names, and big enough to be where we’re needed. As an employee-owned firm which has been recognized as a great employer for many years, we take pride in our work and are respected as one of the top engineering firms in British Columbia. We support some of the most important infrastructure in the province and beyond.

We’re looking for professionals who want to build careers and communities that last. We can’t do it without you.

THE PERKS:

People come first. We support you with the education, mentoring, and growth opportunities you need to build an interesting career. As an employee-owned firm, we create a clear internal growth path that can keep up with even the most ambitious professionals. Whether it’s through our Employee Resources groups like Young Professionals and RISE; our mentoring programs, Binnie Banters speech club, Movember, or book club, everyone can get involved in their own way.

The salary for this position is commensurate with experience; the salary range for this position is $57,82 – $70,96 hourly. The final salary for this role may vary based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. Please note that the salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Binnie embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome any and all qualified applicants.

If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team.