Nova Scotia Superintendent civil earthworks Jobs – 7 Openings This Week

Foreman, Civil Construction
Harbour Construction Company Limited —Dartmouth, NS
- From $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- First Aid Certification
- No university degree
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Construction Superintendent - Civil Earthworks
NexGold Mining Corp —Goldboro, NS
- $170,000–$185,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Hotel
- Supervising experience
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Civil Construction Estimator
Harbour Construction Company Limited —Dartmouth, NS
- From $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Skilled Construction worker
Nova Staffing Inc. —Truro, NS
- $31–$36 an hour
- Overtime
- Carpentry
- Up to 50% travel
- First Aid Certification
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Nova Staffing Inc. —Windsor, NS
- $31–$36 an hour
- Overtime
- Carpentry
- Up to 50% travel
- First Aid Certification
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Survey Manager
Aecon Group —Pictou, NS
- Management
- Engineering
- Organizational skills
- Tuition reimbursement

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Foreman, Civil Construction

Harbour Construction Company Limited
Dartmouth, NS

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Job details

Full-time
7 days ago

Benefits

Extended health care
RRSP match
Disability insurance
Company car
Dental care
Paid time off
Company events
Vision care
Life insurance
On-site parking

Skills

WHMIS Certification
Class 5 Licence
Confined Space Certification
Construction management software
Supervising experience
First Aid Certification
Construction experience
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Lead Crews. Build Infrastructure. Deliver Results.

Harbour Construction is looking for an experienced Foreman to join our civil construction team.

This is a leadership role for someone who understands civil construction, knows how to lead crews safely and productively, and takes pride in delivering quality work.

Our projects include underground utilities, watermain, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, road construction, excavation, grading, and site development throughout Nova Scotia. As a Foreman, you will be responsible for leading crews, coordinating daily operations, managing equipment and resources, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to specification.

At Harbour Construction, Foremen play a critical role in our success. They are leaders in the field who set the tone for safety, productivity, quality, and teamwork every day.

Keeping The Job Moving:

Lead and coordinate civil construction crews on active project sites
Plan and organize daily work activities to meet production goals
Coordinate labour, equipment, materials, and subcontractors
Read and interpret drawings, grades, and project specifications
Oversee underground utility installation, excavation, and earthworks activities
Monitor project progress and communicate with Superintendents and Project Managers
Conduct daily safety meetings and ensure safe work practices are followed
Maintain project documentation including daily reports, safety documentation, and production records
Mentor and develop crew members while promoting a positive team environment

Built For the Role:

Required

Minimum 5 years of civil construction supervisory experience or equivalent leadership experience within the industry
Experience leading crews on underground utility, watermain, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, roadwork, or site development projects
Strong understanding of excavation, trenching, grading, and utility installation
Proven ability to manage crews, equipment, and daily site operations
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Strong communication and leadership skills
Valid Class 5 Driver's License

Assets

Experience managing crews of 6 or more employees
First Aid Certification
WHMIS Training
Confined Space Training
Trenching & Excavation Training
Experience with HCSS HeavyJob or similar construction management software

What You Can Count On:

Harbour Construction has been building infrastructure across Nova Scotia since 1946. We've built a strong reputation by investing in our people, equipment, and operations for the long term.

We understand the value of strong field leadership and the impact a great Foreman has on every project. This is a role where your experience, judgment, and leadership matter. You'll have the opportunity to lead skilled crews, solve problems, mentor employees, and help deliver the infrastructure that communities rely on every day.

We're building a company where people want to stay — with steady year-round work, modern equipment, strong operational support, and opportunities to advance your career.

Culture is not something we talk about — it's something you experience. It shows up in how our teams operate, how our leaders lead, and how people take pride in the work every day.

You'll fit in here if you take pride in building something real — real projects, real teams, and a real career.

Our Commitment to You:

Competitive salary
Weekly pay
Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
Company-matched RRSP program
Employee referral bonus program
Year-round employment
Opportunities for advancement and promotion from within
Strong safety culture

Join Harbour Construction and help lead the crews building Nova Scotia's infrastructure.

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car
Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Vision care

Application question(s):

How many years of experience do you have leading civil construction crews as a Foreman, Lead Hand, Superintendent, or equivalent supervisory role?
What types of civil construction projects have you supervised?
Describe a civil construction project you successfully led from start to finish. What was your role, how large was the crew, and what challenges did you overcome?
Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
Are you currently located in Nova Scotia?

Work Location: In person

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