Site Installation Supervisor

About the Company

A global transportation systems organization is seeking a Site Installation Supervisor to support major rail/transit infrastructure projects in the Vancouver area.

About the Role

This is a 12-month contract role with a strong on-site presence and coordination across multiple active project locations. (potential for contract extension or permanent employment)

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate on-site installation activities for rail signaling, telecom, and electrical systems.
• Lead daily work planning with subcontractors/installation crews; allocate resources and track progress against schedule.
• Ensure compliance with installation procedures, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Perform site inspections; resolve technical issues and support field troubleshooting as needed.
• Maintain accurate installation documentation, including progress reports, quality checks, and as-built records.
• Coordinate with engineering, project management, and field stakeholders to ensure smooth execution.
• Support test & commissioning activities as required (including occasional field testing support).
• Produce weekly status reports (installation progress, KPI tracking, look-ahead schedules, risks/issues).

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in rail systems installation OR similar large infrastructure installation environments.
• Experience supervising installation teams and/or subcontractors in an active construction environment.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation (drawings, cable schedules, datasheets, work instructions).
• Strong safety mindset with experience working under strict site safety requirements.
• Strong reporting and coordination skills (schedules, progress updates, status reporting).
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with project scheduling tools is an asset.

Required Skills

• Rail systems experience (CBTC/train control, signaling, telecom, fiber, electrical systems).
• Experience supporting test & commissioning activities.
• Exposure to KPI dashboards, look-ahead planning, and multi-site coordination.

Preferred Skills

• On-site/field-based role, Monday–Friday (40 hrs/week); occasional weekend work during critical phases.
• Candidate must be local to Vancouver and able to travel to multiple project sites (local area).
• Role requires completion of site safety orientations and meeting project safety requirements.