Superintendent - Michels Canada

Michels Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total compensation

Engaging and collaborative environment

Job summary

Michels Canada is seeking a Civil Superintendent to oversee day-to-day field operations for civil infrastructure and utility projects in Vancouver, BC. You will coordinate crews, subcontractors, equipment, and materials to ensure safe, efficient work aligned with design and budgets.

The role requires 7–10 years of heavy civil and utility experience, with supervisory responsibilities and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of progressive experience in heavy civil, municipal infrastructure, utility installation, or underground construction projects.
• Previous supervisory experience leading construction crews and coordinating subcontractors on active project sites.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methods, underground utilities, sewer, water, and roadwork projects.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Familiarity with scheduling tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, or similar platforms.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture for all employees, vendors, and customers and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Oversee day-to-day field operations and coordinate crews, subcontractors, equipment, and materials to ensure projects are executed safely and efficiently.
• Support the successful delivery of civil and utility installation projects by helping maintain project schedules, budgets, and production targets.
• Provide leadership and direction to field personnel while promoting a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork.
• Coordinate daily and short-term work plans to ensure resources are utilized effectively and project milestones are achieved.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documents to ensure work is completed in accordance with project requirements.
• Monitor productivity and quality performance, identifying and resolving field issues in collaboration with project stakeholders.
• Conduct site inspections and support compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including daily reports, production tracking, change documentation, and other project records.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Field Engineers, subcontractors, clients, and other stakeholders to resolve challenges and achieve project objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Reading drawings

Education

Civil Engineering Technology diploma

Technical Trades certification

Construction-related education

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Bluebeam

Job description

Vancouver, BC

Work With People Who Treat You Like Friends.

Imagine an office where everyone is watching out for you because they know you’re watching out for them. Our company sees construction as a team sport, so we care about each other as a team. That level of caring filters through investments in local community groups and charities because we also care about the communities we work in.

Superintendent

Full-time, Permanent

Vancouver, BC

Work With People Who Treat You Like Friends.

Imagine an office where everyone is watching out for you because they know you’re watching out for them. Our company sees construction as a team sport, so we care about each other as a team. That level of caring filters through investments in local community groups and charities because we also care about the communities we work in.

Michels Canada empowers your personal and professional growth, equipping you with the tools and support needed to create impactful solutions that shape a better future for others.

About Us

Michels Canada is a nationally recognized general contractor in energy, infrastructure and power construction based in Nisku, Alberta, with offices in British Columbia and Ontario. We are part of the Michels Family of Companies.

The Michels Family of Companies is a privately owned global construction company with operations across North America, Australia, Singapore, and Germany. It is headquartered in Brownsville, Wisconsin, USA.

We are currently seeking a Civil Superintendent who will oversee day-to-day field operations for civil infrastructure and utility construction projects. This role is responsible for coordinating crews, subcontractors, equipment, and materials to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project design, quality standards, schedules, and budgets. This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering sewer, water, roadwork, and underground utility projects while working alongside a team that values collaboration, accountability, and strong field leadership. This position is based in Location, with travel to various project sites.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and promoting a strong safety culture for all employees, vendors, and customers and following all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identifying and communicating workplace hazards and correcting or seeking assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Oversee day-to-day field operations and coordinate crews, subcontractors, equipment, and materials to ensure projects are executed safely and efficiently.
• Support the successful delivery of civil and utility installation projects by helping maintain project schedules, budgets, and production targets.
• Provide leadership and direction to field personnel while promoting a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork.
• Coordinate daily and short-term work plans to ensure resources are utilized effectively and project milestones are achieved.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documents to ensure work is completed in accordance with project requirements.
• Monitor productivity and quality performance, identifying and resolving field issues in collaboration with project stakeholders.
• Conduct site inspections and support compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including daily reports, production tracking, change documentation, and other project records.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Field Engineers, subcontractors, clients, and other stakeholders to resolve challenges and achieve project objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Technical Trades certification, Civil Engineering Technology diploma, construction-related education, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in heavy civil, municipal infrastructure, utility installation, or underground construction projects.
• Previous supervisory experience leading construction crews and coordinating subcontractors on active project sites.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methods, underground utilities, sewer, water, and roadwork projects.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Familiarity with project management and scheduling tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, or similar platforms.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Organized, motivated, and results-driven, with a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Valid driver’s license for the type(s) of vehicles driven, with an acceptable driving record as determined by the Michels Review Team.

Benefits

We offer competitive total compensation, meaningful and challenging work, and an engaging and collaborative environment.

For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.michelscanada.com.

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This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Expected Salary Range

$112,000—$154,000 CAD

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