Civil Construction Lead Hand Job Vancouver area,BC Canada,Construction

Our client who is a leading Civil Contractor are seeking a Civil Construction Lead Hand to join their team in Vancouver, BC

About Our Client
They are a well-established and growing civil construction firm with operations throughout the Lower Mainland. They are known for delivering high-quality work in deep utilities, road construction, and large-scale earthworks. The company places a strong emphasis on safety, team development, and long-term employee growth.

About The Opportunity
This is a full-time, permanent Civil Construction Lead Hand position offering the chance to lead high-impact civil construction projects throughout the region. You’ll lead a dedicated crew on key infrastructure projects involving deep utilities, roadworks, and large-scale earthworks across the region. You’ll play a central role in timely, and high-quality project delivery.

This opportunity is available to candidates based in Vancouver, Burnaby, Langley, Surrey, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Chilliwack, Delta, and Richmond.

About The Position

Assist the Foreman with supervising and coordinating daily site activities to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project schedules and specifications.

Lead and mentor field crews by assigning daily tasks, providing guidance, and promoting a positive, productive work environment.

Coordinate labour, equipment, materials, and subcontractors to support project milestones and maximize productivity.

Perform and oversee civil construction activities including excavation, underground utility installation, earthworks, grading, roadworks, concrete works, and site servicing.

Read and interpret construction drawings, grade stakes, and project specifications to ensure work is completed accurately and meets quality standards.

Monitor work progress, identify potential issues, and communicate with the Foreman and Project Team to resolve challenges and minimize project delays.

Promote and enforce company health and safety policies by conducting toolbox talks, identifying hazards, and ensuring safe work practices are followed on site.

Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with project specifications, engineering requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.

Complete daily reports, track production, labour hours, equipment usage, and material quantities while maintaining accurate project documentation.

Support project closeout activities by assisting with inspections, deficiency corrections, and ensuring work areas are clean, organized, and ready for handover.

The Requirements

3+ years of experience in civil construction, with previous experience as a Lead Hand or senior field crew member.

Proven experience working on heavy civil projects, including earthworks, excavation, underground utilities, road construction, grading, concrete works, and site servicing.

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License, with relevant safety certifications.

Compensation

$40 – $47 Per Hour

Health & Dental Benefits

3 weeks vacation

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