Civil Utilities Foreman

Civil Utilities Foreman

Location: Victoria, BC
Company: Chew Excavating Ltd.
Employment Type: Full-Time Union Hourly

Compensation: $40.81-$50.04/hr. + 11.5% vacation pay, union pension and benefits

Position Overview

Chew Excavating Ltd., a Ralmax Company, has an opening for Civil Foreman in our Utilities Division.

We are seeking an experienced Civil Utilities Foreman to lead field operations in our BC Hydro infrastructure division in the Greater Victoria area. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for supervising crews, coordinating daily work activities, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to BC Hydro specifications.

The Foreman acts as the key link between field crews and project management, driving productivity, quality, and jobsite performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of crews, operators, and subcontractors
• Plan and execute work in accordance with drawings, specifications, and schedule
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company and regulatory standards
• Maintain production targets while controlling costs and minimizing downtime
• Coordinate materials, equipment, and labour requirements for upcoming work
• Communicate regularly with the Superintendent and Project Manager on progress, risks, site conditions and schedule
• Lead daily toolbox meetings, complete hazard assessments and safety enforcement
• Monitor quality of work and ensure deficiencies are corrected promptly
• Complete daily reports, timesheets, and site documentation, as-built drawings, etc.
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members

Qualifications

• Experience in BC Hydro Utilities and underground utilities installation (earthworks, utilities, roadworks, or excavation)
• 2+ years in a Foreman or lead-hand role
• Strong understanding of local civil construction methods, sequencing, and equipment
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, grades, and specifications
• Proven leadership and crew management skills
• Solid communication and problem-solving ability

• Valid driver’s license (Class 5 minimum; Class 1/3 considered an asset)

Preferred Experience

• Municipal infrastructure (water, sewer, storm)
• BC Hydro Specifications and installations
• Site servicing, underground utility installation and road works
• Experience working in urban or high-traffic environments

Certifications (Assets)

• First Aid (OFA Level 1 or higher)
• Confined Space / Ground Disturbance Level II
• PSSP Certification
• Equipment operation experience preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rats and Union benefits
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Extended health benefits
• Union Pension Fund
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing company

Why Join Us

• Stable pipeline of local BC Hydro projects
• Strong safety culture and team environment
• Opportunity to lead meaningful infrastructure work in the Victoria region

How to Apply

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and cultures to join our team (including self-identifying Indigenous, status, non-status, Metis, and Inuit and non-Indigenous cultures). If you have any questions regarding this position or applying for the position, please reach out and email us at: info@chew.bc.ca. We want to support all applicants during this process.

Submission Deadline: Open until filled

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

We are looking forward to connecting with you!