Civil Foreman (Wet Utilities) BC

Abbotsford Southwest, Canada | Posted on 08/11/2026

A well-established and growing civil contractor is looking to add an experienced Civil Foreman to their team in the Lower Mainland.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on construction leader with strong experience in underground wet utilities and municipal infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have experience leading crews through the installation, repair, replacement, and construction of water mains, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and related underground infrastructure.

If you are a Civil Foreman who takes pride in leading crews, maintaining production, and delivering quality work safely, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

• Lead and coordinate day-to-dayfield activities for civil and underground utility projects.
• Supervise and provide direction to operators, labourers, and crew members.
• Plan daily work activities, crew requirements, materials, and equipment.
• Oversee the installation, repair,replacement, and upgrade of wet utilities.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, grades, and elevations.
• Work closely with the Site Superintendent and Project Manager to maintain project schedules and production targets.
• Coordinate equipment, materials,deliveries, and subcontractors as required.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure construction activities meet project specifications.
• Identify and resolve field issuesand construction challenges.
• Complete daily reports and communicate project progress, site conditions, and issues to management.
• Ensure crews follow company and project-specific safety requirements.
• Maintain a productive, organized,and safety-focused work environment.

• 5+ years of civil construction experience with significant underground utility experience.
• Proven experience leading crews on wet utility projects, including:
• Water main
• Sanitary sewer
• Storm sewer / stormwater
• Underground utility installation
• Utility repairs, replacements, and upgrades
• Previous experience as a Civil Foreman, Utility Foreman, Lead Hand, or experienced Pipe Layer ready totake the next step.
• Strong understanding of underground utility construction methods and site operations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, grades, elevations, and specifications.
• Experience with municipal infrastructure, subdivisions, roadworks, or major civil projects is highly valued.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate crews, equipment, materials, and daily production.
• Safety-first mindset with a commitment to quality workmanship.
• Valid driver's license andability to travel between projects throughout the Lower Mainland.

• $50 – $55 per hour, based on experience.
• Work on a variety of civil,municipal,and underground infrastructure projects.
• Opportunity to take a leadership role with an established civil contractor.
• Long-term career opportunity witha growing company.
• Work alongside an experienced construction team with a strong focus on safety, quality, and project delivery.