Senior Civil Works Site Supervisor

Location:

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job ID:

R0124822

Date Posted:

2026-04-20

Company Name:

HITACHI RAIL STS CANADA, INC.

Profession (Job Category):

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description:

Job Description:

Hitachi Rail STS Canada is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Civil Works Site Supervisor who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of engineering tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in downtown Toronto, Canada.

Supervision of construction and interface management of the civil works and track works related to Ontario project in .

Responsibilities :

Reporting to the Construction Manager will ensure the construction of the civil works and the permanent way within a complex environment such as RSSOM project .

This position will provide during the development of the project, the technical assistance, supervision and coordination of the construction and installation works and testing of the civil works and any other related construction works .

Examine the work progress issued by subcotnractors, under his/her control, before submission to the Construction Manager.

Support the Construction Manager to detect changes regarding the

design and plan and provide inputs to engineering for as built drawing.

Ensure the quality of the works (e.g. compliance of the works according to the project design and specifications), will produce and implement the quality control plan related to the works under his/her responsibility.

Take over the work from other Parties (e.g. civil partner or subcontractor, Client etc..) checking their compliance to the design before allowing the Electromechanical installation.

Verify and approve the construction and installation test packages issued by the contractors and subcontractors.

Ensure the preliminary survey and asset information of the project existing conditions. Will perform the surveys required to verify the interfaces and the conditions required for the installation of the systems.

Will supervise and support the Construction Manager for the mobilization, installation and demobilization of the site temporary works, offices and facilities.

Ensure the execution of construction activities in compliance to the planning. Will verify, prepare and update the detailed planning in coordination with subcontractors and the Construction Manager. Report to the Construction Manager of delays for activities under his/her control and propose remedial actions.

Will verify and report the progress of the work and the resources employed in site.

Ensure the compliance on site of the rules foreseen by the HSE Management  plan, for the works under his/her responsibility.

Will produce the method statements, risk assessments and relevant Work Package Plans, and will review and verify the construction documentation. work package plans and planning issued by subcontractors.

Ensure the optimization of the resources (internal and external/subcontractors) in the project on site, having as baseline the project budget and planning.

Agree with Construction manager and develop site specific plans to be implemented in projects program and budget.

Liaise with Customers /Authorities /Contractors/ Partner/Subcontractors for site and/or materials takeover and/or handover. Provide input to the Supply Chain planner for the expediting of the deliverables by matching the requirements of the construction and installation schedule.

Ensure the continuous updating and improvement of processes and procedures.

Skills and knowledge:

> This position requires a deep knowledge and experience in the supervision of construction works in one or more of the following railway technological systems, preferably carried out in metro systems.

• Civil works.
• Civil Work interface managemnt

> Min 8 -10 years’ experience as civil work engineer for thin supervision and management of installation works .

Education & Qualification

·        Masters or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Ontario P.Eng highly desirable.

·        Clear Criminal Background Check

Salary Range

min $ 99,100 (CAD)  to max  $ 148,600 (CAD)

*The current applicable Base Salary Pay Range for this role is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills relevant to the role, internal equity, alignment with market data, or other law.

This posting relates to an existing vacancy. 

 

 Artificial intelligence may be used in the screening or assessment process for this role.

Benefits

 Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at  https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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