Posted 5 days ago
Top Man Position
@ Blackline Civil
Edmonton, Alberta
Overview
Blackline Civil Inc. is hiring a Top Man to lead trench and underground utility operations on water and sewer projects in central and northern Alberta. The role directs excavator operators, reads line and grade, verifies pipe placement with elevation shots, and keeps trench work safe. The posting asks for 2 to 3+ years as a Topman or in underground construction, offers a competitive salary and an extended health and benefits package.
Responsibilities:
- Direct excavator operators to maintain trench depth and alignment
- Read and maintain line and grade for pipe installation
- Conduct elevation shots and verify pipe placement
- Coordinate pipelayers, labourers and foremen
- Inspect pipes and materials; ensure trench safety
Requirements summary:
- 2 to 3+ years as a Topman or in underground construction
- Strong understanding of line and grade, trench work and pipe installation
- Surveying tools: levels, transits, pipe lasers
- Ability to read blueprints and construction drawings
- Proven water and sewer or underground utility experience
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Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-02
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Construction site, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
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Blackline Civil
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| Field | Value |
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| Industry | Construction |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 17 |
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Top Man - Civil Construction
Location: Alberta (Central / Northern Projects)
Company: Blackline Civil Inc.
Position Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Top Man to lead trench and underground utility operations for water and sewer construction projects. This role is critical to maintaining safety, accuracy, and productivity on site.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct excavator operators to maintain proper trench depth and alignment
- Read and maintain line and grade
for pipe installation - Conduct elevation shots and verify pipe placement
- Coordinate with pipelayers, labourers, and foremen
- Inspect pipes and materials for quality and defects
- Use hand signals and communication to ensure safe operations
- Ensure trench safety and monitor ground conditions
Qualifications & Experience
- 2–3+ years experience as a Topman or in underground construction
- Strong understanding of:
- Line & grade
- Trench work and pipe installation
- Surveying tools (levels, transits, pipe lasers)
- Ability to read blueprints and construction drawings
- Safety-focused mindset
What We’re Looking For
- Strong grade-reading skills
- Ability to control the job from the top of trench
- Good communication with operators and crew
- Proven experience in water & sewer or underground utilities
- Ability to make decisions quickly and solve problems in the field
- High accountability
- Team-first mindset with a focus on execution
- Commitment to safety, quality, and getting the job done right
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Extended health and benefits package
- Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding civil division
- Strong pipeline of work across Alberta
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