Superintendent, Heavy Civil - Future Opportunities

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Group of Companies is seeking a Heavy Civil Superintendent to lead coordination and management of operations on ongoing heavy civil projects. You will oversee safe and efficient execution, supervise a team, and collaborate with project managers, contractors, and regulators to implement construction plans.

Your strong attention to detail and proactive problem-solving will help maintain project integrity, reduce risks, and ensure team and public safety on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in heavy civil project management or construction operations.
• Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory or management experience in construction operations.
• In‑depth knowledge of heavy civil construction processes, project execution, and safety regulations.
• Proficiency in reading and implementing project plans and construction strategies.

Responsibilities

• Direct all project personnel on site and report to the Project Manager.
• Implement the project’s Construction Management Plan and Safety Program.
• Oversee site execution, materials handling, and resource allocation.
• Supervise day-to-day activities, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
• Develop daily work schedules and track progress across resources.
• Coordinate daily tasks with other disciplines and teams.
• Conduct daily site inspections and maintain detailed logs.
• Ensure corrective actions identified during inspections are completed on time.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address requests and concerns.

Skills

Heavy civil experience

Project management

Supervisory experience

Safety programs

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Heavy Civil Superintendent to lead the coordination and management of all operations on our ongoing Heavy Civil projects. In this leadership role, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient execution of project operations, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and safety standards. You will supervise and mentor a team of personnel, while closely collaborating with project managers, contractors, and regulatory agencies to develop and implement construction plans.

Your strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues will ensure that the project runs smoothly and safely. With your leadership and expertise, you will help maintain the integrity of the project, reduce risks, and ensure the safety of both the team and the public.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Direct all project personnel on site and report to the Project Manager




• Implement the project’s Construction Management Plan and Safety Program




• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of project plans, including the execution of site operations, materials handling, and resource allocation




• Supervise the day-to-day activities, ensuring staff perform their duties competently and safely in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and company policies




• Develop daily work schedules, assign required resources (labor, equipment, and subcontractors), and track progress




• Coordinate daily project tasks with other project disciplines and teams




• Conduct daily site inspections and complete detailed daily logs




• Ensure that corrective actions identified during inspections and patrols are completed on time




• Collaborate with stakeholders to respond to and follow up on requests, inquiries, and project-related concerns

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in heavy civil project management or construction operations




• Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory or management experience in construction operations




• In‑depth knowledge of heavy civil construction processes, project execution, and safety regulations




• Ability to read, interpret, and implement project plans and construction strategies




• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and set priorities




• Certification or equivalent in relevant construction management or safety practices is an asset




• Proficiency in MS Office and an aptitude for learning various project management and reporting systems




• Strong communication and coordination skills with other disciplines, subcontractors, and field crews

Work Conditions:

• This is a site based position

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long‑standing project successes.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.