Top Man - Civil Construction

Blackline Civil; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Extended health and benefits package

Growth opportunities in civil division

Work across Alberta

Job summary

Blackline Civil Inc. seeks an experienced Top Man to lead trench and underground utilities operations for water and sewer projects in Alberta. You will supervise excavator operators, ensure trench depth, grade accuracy, and alignment while focusing on safety and productivity.

Ideal candidates have 2–3+ years in underground construction, strong line-and-grade skills, and the ability to read blueprints. We offer competitive pay based on experience, extended health benefits, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years experience as a Topman or in underground construction.
• Strong understanding of: Line & grade; Trench work and pipe installation; Surveying tools (levels, transits, pipe lasers).
• Ability to read blueprints and construction drawings.
• Safety-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Direct excavator operators to maintain proper trench depth and alignment.
• Read and maintain line and grade for pipe installation.
• Conduct elevation shots and verify pipe placement.
• Coordinate with pipelayers, labourers, and foremen.
• Inspect pipes and materials for quality and defects.
• Use hand signals and communication to ensure safe operations.
• Ensure trench safety and monitor ground conditions.

Skills

Line & grade

Trench work

Pipe installation

Surveying tools

Read blueprints

Safety-focused mindset

Team leadership

Tools

Levels

Transits

Pipe lasers

Job description

Top Man - Civil Construction

Location: Alberta (Central / Northern Projects)
Company: Blackline Civil Inc.
Position Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Top Man to lead trench and underground utility operations for water and sewer construction projects. This role is critical to maintaining safety, accuracy, and productivity on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct excavator operators to maintain proper trench depth and alignment
• Read and maintain line and grade
  for pipe installation
• Conduct elevation shots and verify pipe placement
• Coordinate with pipelayers, labourers, and foremen
• Inspect pipes and materials for quality and defects
• Use hand signals and communication to ensure safe operations
• Ensure trench safety and monitor ground conditions
  

Qualifications & Experience

• 2–3+ years experience as a Topman or in underground construction
• Strong understanding of:
  • Line & grade
  • Trench work and pipe installation
  • Surveying tools (levels, transits, pipe lasers)
• Ability to read blueprints and construction drawings
  
• Safety-focused mindset
  

What We’re Looking For

• Strong grade-reading skills
• Ability to control the job from the top of trench
• Good communication with operators and crew
• Proven experience in water & sewer or underground utilities

• Ability to make decisions quickly and solve problems in the field
• High accountability
• Team-first mindset with a focus on execution
• Commitment to safety, quality, and getting the job done right

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Extended health and benefits package
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding civil division
• Strong pipeline of work across Alberta