Join Our Team as a Project Supervisor - Mobilinx Hurontario LRT Site

Location: Ontario

Company: Universal Rail Solutions Inc.

Employment: Full Time

Salary: $115,000 to $125,000; based on experience

Lead Crews. Deliver Results. Build Rail Projects the Right Way.

If you’re an experienced railway or construction leader who thrives in the field, values safety, and knows how to lead teams to deliver high quality results, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Universal Rail Solutions Inc. is seeking a Project Supervisor to manage field crews, coordinate daily operations, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and in line with company and client expectations.

Who We Are

At Universal Rail Solutions Inc., our work is getting and keeping Canada’s railway operators in motion — safely and sustainably. We work coast to coast, across every railway sector and project size, delivering service excellence and exceptional value to our clients.

Within our team, we call this Doing It Right!

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Supervisor is responsible for managing and directing field crews to deliver successful projects by meeting or exceeding corporate and project goals.

This role is critical to ensuring safety, quality of workmanship, schedule performance, profitability, and customer satisfaction. The Project Supervisor leads from the front, setting expectations, coaching crews, and coordinating resources to ensure effective execution in the field.

What You’ll Do

• Champion a strong safety culture by educating crews, enforcing safe work practices, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
• Ensure proper safety equipment is available and used by all field personnel
• Pre plan work activities with the Operations Manager and Track Manager, including development of safety action plans and work methods
• Plan and manage day to day field operations, ensuring labour, equipment, and materials are in place to meet project schedules
• Take responsibility for crew performance related to safety audits, productivity, and adherence to company policies
• Conduct tailgate meetings and initiate follow up actions, including training, orientation, or discipline as required
• Monitor crew productivity and analyze performance against expectations
• Conduct daily crew briefings to review:
  • Production goals
  • Performance feedback
  • Safety and hazards
  • Schedule updates
  • Worker input and feedback
• Develop, organize, and communicate work schedules and goals to crew members
• Review contracts, drawings, and project documentation to ensure work is completed to current specifications and approved methods
• Communicate regularly with the Operations Manager, Track Manager, Project Manager, General Contractor, and customers to maintain strong relationships and customer satisfaction
• Coordinate work activities with subcontractors
• Complete administrative duties, including:
  • Production reports
  • Timesheets
  • Equipment logs
  • Inspection reports
  • Change orders
  • Project file updates
• Provide coaching, instruction, and support to crew members
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in work processes and methods

What You Bring

• Valid Driver’s Licence
• High school diploma
• 5+ years of railway supervisory experience, such as Foreman or equivalent
• Experience in the railway or construction industry
• Strong understanding of project management and scheduling methods
• Valid certification or training in:
  • Canadian Railway Operating Rules (CROR)
  • Track Inspection Guidelines (TIG)
  • PTS
  • First Aid, WHMIS, Confined Space, CSTS, and other mandatory safety training (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and people manag