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GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT

@ RailWorks

Surrey, BC · Abbotsford, BC

10+ years experience
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Overview

RailWorks is hiring a General Superintendent to oversee all phases of railway track construction and maintenance projects, including scheduling labour, equipment and materials, supervising subcontractors, and keeping work safe, on schedule and within budget. The role is split between the field and the office and requires travel to job sites. The posting lists compensation of $150,000 to $170,000 with health and dental benefits, an EAP, an RRSP match and time off.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise construction and maintenance crews in the field
  • Manage schedules, budgets and resources
  • Monitor quality and subcontractor performance
  • Report production and productivity to management

Requirements summary:

  • 10+ years of recent construction experience
  • Track record of on-time, on-budget project delivery
  • First Aid and WHMIS certification
  • Valid, clean driver's licence

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalRetirement planEmployee assistance
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-29
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-10-31

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentEngineering
Experience10+ years
Manages peopleYes
Scheduleweekends
Travelground: moderate
Work settingConstruction site, Office, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
Licences & certificationsFirst Aid, WHMIS
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checksdrug and alcohol, criminal record
EducationHigh school (required)
Fields of studyrelated post-secondary training in a related field
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness

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RailWorks

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North America's leading provider of rail infrastructure solutions

Full company description

RailWorks builds and maintains rail transportation infrastructure that keeps people and goods moving across the United States and Canada. As a company, RailWorks believes that great work comes from commitment – commitment to quality, commitment to consistency, commitment to safety. When we commit to better work, we’re not just doing well by our customers; we’re also protecting the people important to us and paying homage to a long history of world-class service. What We Do: - Rail Construction & Maintenance - Signals & Communications - Steel ties and turnouts via our NARSTCO division - Maintenance of Way services Our Customers: - Transit authorities and transportation agencies/departments - Railroads of all sizes - Passenger and commuter rail lines - Private industries serviced by rail

LinkedIn followers
35,347
People associated on LinkedIn
804
Reported office locations
  • 5 Penn Plaza, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10001, US
Business categories
  • Construction
  • Infrastructure
  • Railroad
  • Transportation
  • Construction, repair and maintenance
Other recorded names
  • RailWorks
  • RailWorks Corporation
Specialties
  • Rail Track Construction
  • Maintenance and Rehabilitation
  • Transit Systems Contracting
  • Signals and Communications
  • and Steel ties
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Reported total investment
0

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RailWorks builds and maintains rail transportation infrastructure that keeps people and goods moving across the United States and Canada. As a company, RailWorks believes that great work comes from commitment – commitment to quality, commitment to consistency, commitment to safety. When we commit to better work, we’re not just doing well by our customers; we’re also protecting the people important to us and paying…

FieldValue
IndustryConstruction
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersNew York, NY
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1998
SpecialtiesRail Track ConstructionMaintenance and RehabilitationTransit Systems ContractingSignals and Communicationsand Steel ties
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Job description

Job ID: 20155

Benefits Offering

  • Health & Dental Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employer RRSP match
  • Competitive Time Off Policy

Compensation

$150,000 - $170,000

Position Summary

Reporting to the Project Director or designate, the Superintendent oversees and manages all phases of railway track construction and maintenance projects including coordinating workers, materials and equipment, supervising sub-contractors, ensuring that specifications are being followed, and that work is completed safely, on schedule and within budget.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

  • Ensures adequate resources are in place including scheduling labour, equipment, materials.
  • Performs in-depth review of drawings, designs and contract documentation to become familiar with all details, notes and requirements.
  • Supervises total construction and maintenance effort in the field to ensure work is in accordance with design, budget and schedule.
  • Monitors quality standards of all work, including sub-contractor performance.
  • Assigns work to the various crews.
  • Responsible for productivity of workers and efficient use of materials and equipment
  • Reports production quantities to the office and reviews labour productivity reports on a weekly basis.
  • Monitors and adheres to established budgets for the job.
  • Investigates alternative work methods and materials which will either improve efficiency and/or the quality of work performed.
  • Monitors job schedules and coordinates sub-contractors’ work and suppliers’ deliveries and equipment needs, taking appropriate action as necessary.
  • Ensures all field personnel comply with Company policies, project procedures, safety program and work rules, taking corrective action as necessary.
  • The Superintendent will be on-site as well as in the office
  • Other duties as required
  • Reviews and approves timesheets for accuracy, job coding, equipment, material, etc.
  • Participates in invoicing, identifies and administers extra to be invoiced. Gets involved with outstanding A/R’s when required.
  • Establishes and maintains effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Acts as a liaison among owners, inspectors, staff and subcontractors.
  • Assists with the preparation of written reports and/or updates for management, client, and project team, to ensure a clear understanding of project status.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • High School graduation plus post-secondary training in a related field or equivalent education, training and experience.
  • A minimum of 10 years recent related construction experience including a thorough knowledge of construction industry practices, methods and process. Prior railway experience is preferred by not required.
  • Demonstrated experience applying knowledge of basic project controls, material management, contract management, subcontract management.
  • Track record of successfully executing projects on schedule and within budget.
  • Current First Aid, WHMIS.
  • Valid and clean Driver’s License.
  • Strong management skills and ability to motivate employees.
  • Effective organizational, communication and client relations skills.
  • Ability to read and comprehend drawings and specifications.
  • Ability to pass background checks including pre-employment drug screening.
  • Availability to work nights/weekends as needed.
  • Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

  • Travel to job sites is required.
  • Exposure to outdoor construction sites in all weather conditions.
  • Work is in and around live track (trains).
  • Work may be in urban, rural or isolated areas.

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.

PNR RailWorks is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR RailWorks will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.

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