Civil Superintendent – Deep Excavation, Sewer & Watermain, Road Construction

Civil Superintendent Deep Excavation Sewer & Watermain Road Construction
Location: Ontario Out-of-Town Rotation
Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent
Compensation: $140000 $190000 base LOA accommodations meals benefits

About the Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected heavy civil contractor delivering complex infrastructure projects across Ontario.

We are seeking an experienced Civil Superintendent with a strong background in deep excavation underground utilities road construction sewer and watermain projects. This role is ideal for a hands-on field leader who thrives in fast-paced environments understands complex civil scopes and takes pride in delivering projects safely efficiently and on schedule.

The position offers a 21 days on / 7 days off rotation for out-of-town projects with accommodations meals and additional LOA fully provided.

This is a career opportunity with a company known for:

• Large-scale infrastructure and civil construction projects
  
• Strong backlog of secured work
  
• Long-term stability and growth
  
• High-performing project teams
  
• Competitive compensation and field support
  

If you are looking for the opportunity to lead major civil projects while being well compensated and supported this role stands out in todays market.

The Role

As the Civil Superintendent you will lead all on-site construction activities for heavy civil infrastructure projects involving deep excavation underground utilities roadworks and related scopes.

You will work closely with Project Managers Foremen subcontractors consultants and field crews to ensure projects are executed safely efficiently and in accordance with schedule and quality expectations.

This role requires a strong field presence leadership capability and the ability to coordinate multiple crews and project activities simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily site operations on heavy civil infrastructure projects
  
• Manage crews subcontractors and field coordination activities
  
• Oversee deep excavation shoring sewer watermain grading and road construction scopes
  
• Ensure projects are delivered safely on schedule and within productivity targets
  
• Coordinate equipment manpower materials and subcontractor sequencing
  
• Conduct site meetings safety talks and daily planning sessions
  
• Monitor project progress and proactively address field issues
  
• Ensure compliance with project specifications drawings and quality standards
  
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers and office teams on schedules and logistics
  
• Maintain strong health & safety practices and enforce site compliance
  
• Build positive working relationships with inspectors consultants municipalities and project stakeholders
  
• Assist with project planning scheduling and look-ahead coordination
  

Who You Are

• 8 years of Superintendent experience in heavy civil construction
  
• Strong experience with:
  
• Deep excavation
  
• Sewer & watermain installation
  
• Underground utilities
  
• Road construction and grading
  
• Large-scale infrastructure projects
  
• Proven ability to lead crews and maintain productivity in complex field environments
  
• Strong understanding of civil construction sequencing and site logistics
  
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
  
• Safety-focused with strong knowledge of Ontario construction safety standards
  
• Able to work rotational schedules and travel for project assignments
  
• Organized accountable and highly solution-oriented
  
• Experience working on municipal infrastructure transit or industrial civil projects is considered a strong asset
  

Why This Role Stands Out

Major Infrastructure Work Lead complex heavy civil projects with reputable clients and long-term project pipelines

Strong Compensation Package Competitive base salary LOA accommodations meals and benefits

Rotational Schedule 21 days on / 7 days off structure providing scheduled time at home

Long-Term Stability Join a contractor with a strong reputation and secured backlog of work

Leadership Opportunity Play a key role in high-profile civil construction projects

Well-Supported Projects Work alongside experienced Project Managers Foremen and operations teams

Confidential Inquiry

We understand that many experienced Civil Superintendents are not actively searching for new opportunities.

If you are open to a confidential discussion about this role project pipeline compensation or how this opportunity compares to your current position we would welcome the conversation.