TIPS Personnel is actively seeking an experienced and motivated Underground Construction Foreman to lead our utility crews on large-scale infrastructure projects in Edmonton. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone with a strong background in underground sewer, water, and storm installations. If you're a natural leader with a focus on quality, safety, and productivity — this is the opportunity for you.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise daily site operations for underground utility installations
• Review and interpret blueprints, project specs, and schedules
• Coordinate with project managers to develop timelines, budgets, and site plans
• Oversee excavation, grading, compaction, and pipe installation activities
• Allocate and manage labor, equipment, and materials to maintain workflow and meet deadlines
• Provide mentorship and support to field staff, ensuring proper techniques and safety practices
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor safety compliance and work quality
• Enforce all OH&S guidelines and TIPS Personnel site safety procedures
• Utilize construction software (e.g., Bluebeam, B2W) for project tracking and reporting
• Handle on-site problem-solving and adjust crew tasks to keep the project on track
• Prepare and submit daily progress reports and updates to management
• Conduct and document toolbox talks and safety meetings
• Work closely with clients, engineers, and inspectors to ensure site expectations are met

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in underground utility and earthworks construction (minimum 3–5 years in a leadership role)
• Solid understanding of civil construction techniques and industry standards
• Familiar with reading and interpreting blueprints, grade sheets, and site plans
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Comfortable managing field staff and handling multiple priorities under pressure
• Physically fit and capable of lifting up to 50 lbs in an outdoor construction environment
• Must have valid driver’s license and personal transportation (job sites are not transit accessible)
• Must provide steel-toe boots and PPE
• Availability for full-time seasonal work, including occasional weekends

If interested, please apply today. All qualified candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00-$45.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• foreman/leadership: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• drivers license and personal vehicle (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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