Supervisor, Construction

ATCO; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Performance bonuses

Flexible benefits from day one

Pension

Employee share purchase plan

Charitable donation matching

Job summary

ATCO is seeking a Supervisor, Construction to oversee transmission line projects in Edmonton. You’ll lead field execution, uphold safety, and ensure work meets quality and schedule targets. You’ll collaborate with engineering, operations, and contractors to deliver projects from planning through construction.

This role requires a seasoned construction professional with strong leadership, OH&S knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic utility environment in Alberta.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or diploma required or preferred.
• PLT certification and CAPM/PMP are assets.
• Minimum 10 years of construction experience, ideally in transmission projects.
• Strong understanding of OH&S regulations and transmission standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering/construction drawings.
• Proficient with MS Office and project management tools.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel and work variable hours.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of transmission line construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and cost targets.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations and project teams to support planning, execution, and delivery.
• Establish project schedules, develop work packages, and monitor costs.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure OH&S compliance.
• Lead, coach, mentor construction personnel and contractors.
• Support incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor industry trends and construction practices affecting project delivery.
• Manage contractor relationships and ensure contract compliance and standards.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders on land acquisition, planning and construction activities.
• Foster positive relationships with customers, stakeholders, and project partners.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

MS Office

PM software

Job description

What We Offer

Division: Construction Site Management

Location: Edmonton

Competitive Package: Attractive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including performance bonuses eligibility, flex benefits from first day of employment, extra paid leave, pension, employee share purchase plan, charitable donation matching, hybrid work environment, and more.

Leadership Opportunity: Lead complex transmission infrastructure projects while supporting the safe and reliable delivery of essential services to communities across Alberta.

Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement, where your leadership helps drive successful project outcomes and team development.

Why Work Here

At ATCO, you'll be part of a team that helps build and maintain the infrastructure communities rely on every day. Working alongside experienced professionals across engineering, construction, operations, and project management, you'll contribute to projects that help shape Alberta's energy future while growing your leadership experience in a supportive and collaborative environment.

About The Role

As the Supervisor, Construction, you'll provide leadership and oversight for transmission line construction projects, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You'll lead project execution in the field, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and support the successful delivery of projects from planning through construction.

This role combines technical expertise, people leadership, contractor management, and project coordination, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction professional looking to make a meaningful contribution to Alberta's energy infrastructure.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee a portfolio of transmission line construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and cost expectations are achieved.


• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and project teams to support project planning, execution, and delivery.


• Establish project schedules, develop work packages, and monitor project costs.


• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with applicable occupational health and safety requirements.


• Lead, coach, mentor, and support construction personnel and contractors.


• Support incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Monitor industry trends, construction practices, and emerging technologies that may impact project delivery.


• Manage contractor relationships and ensure work is completed in accordance with contractual obligations and company standards.


• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to support land acquisition, project planning, and construction activities.


• Foster positive working relationships with customers, stakeholders, and project partners

What You Bring

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or related fields.


• Power Line Technician (PLT) certification and CAPM/PMP are assets.


• Minimum 10 years of construction experience, ideally at least 5 years in transmission line projects.


• In-depth understanding of OH&S Regulations and transmission construction standards.


• Ability to interpret engineering and construction drawings.


• Proficient in MS Office Suite and project management tools.


• Valid Alberta class 5 vehicle operator’s license.


• Flexibility to travel and work varying hours.

Posting Open until October 8, 2026.

Company Background

We are a leading energy provider in North America. Through ATCO Energy Systems we build, operate and maintain electric and gas transmission and distribution lines, safely and reliably serving over three million customers in hundreds of communities. We're advancing the use of hydrogen as a cost-effective pathway for decarbonization using existing energy delivery infrastructure. We’re also building resilience by modernizing our electric grid and connecting renewable generation capacity to our system to meet the needs of customers for sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy.

ATCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Visit our website for more information.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional territories and homelands on which many of our ATCO operations and facilities are located. We honour and respect the diverse history, languages, ceremonies, and culture of the Indigenous Peoples who call these areas home.