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WSP

Lead Demolition Oversight Technician

Novi, MI · On-site

$41K - $53K/yr

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Demolition Oversight Technician to ... S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms.

WSP

Lead Demolition Oversight Technician

Novi, MI

$41K - $53K/yr

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Demolition Oversight Technician to ... S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms.

WSP

Decommission and Demolition Project Management

Novi, MI · On-site

$65K - $83K/yr

Manage demolition and environmental projects, site characterization, remedial designs, and ... S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms.

Farrow Group

Heavy Equipment Operator

Detroit, MI · On-site

$45 - $70/hr

We are seeking a safety-driven, experienced Demolition Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team in the Detroit area. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience operating a variety of heavy ...

Priority Waste

Heavy Equipment Operator

Detroit, MI · On-site

... demolition customers. Our biggest priority is providing outstanding customer service ... Job Purpose In your role as a Heavy Equiptment Operator, you will haul waste within our transfer ...

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How much do demolition operative jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for demolition operative in Michigan is $16.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.61 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Demolition Operative vs Construction Labourer?

AspectDemolition OperativeConstruction Labourer
CertificationsHealth & Safety, CSCS card, machinery operationBasic health & safety, general construction site safety
Work EnvironmentDemolition sites, often with heavy machinery and debrisConstruction sites, assisting with various tasks
Employer & Industry UsageSpecialized demolition companies, construction firmsGeneral construction companies, building projects

Demolition Operatives focus on safely tearing down structures using specialized equipment, requiring specific safety certifications. Construction Labourers perform a broader range of tasks on construction sites, often assisting with general duties. While both roles work in construction environments, Demolition Operatives have more specialized skills related to demolition activities.

What jobs make $10,000 a month without a degree?

Demolition operatives can earn around $10,000 a month with experience, specialized skills, and working in high-risk or remote environments, often requiring certifications like OSHA. High-paying roles in trades, sales, or entrepreneurship may also reach this income level without a degree, but typically demand significant experience or business acumen.

What jobs pay $2000 a day?

Demolition operatives typically do not earn $2000 a day; such high daily rates are usually associated with specialized roles like high-level contractors, project managers, or consultants in construction or industrial sectors. These roles often require extensive experience, certifications, and working in high-risk or high-value projects, sometimes involving overtime or hazardous conditions.

What qualifications do I need for demolition?

Demolition operatives typically need a valid CSCS card or equivalent certification, relevant health and safety training, and experience with tools and machinery used in demolition work. Some roles may require specific qualifications such as a demolition operative certificate or relevant vocational training.

How much do you get paid in demolition?

Demolition operatives typically earn between £20,000 and £40,000 annually in the UK, depending on experience, location, and certifications. Skilled workers with specialized training or certifications can earn higher wages, especially when working on large or complex projects. Overtime and shift work may also increase overall pay.
Demolition Operative jobs near you
Infographic showing various Demolition Operative job openings in Michigan as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,205 per year, or $16.9 per hour.
Lead Demolition Oversight Technician

Lead Demolition Oversight Technician

WSP

Novi, MI • On-site

$41K - $53K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 22 days ago

WSP rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 67 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 57 rated business consultants

Job description


This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Demolition Oversight Technician to support our Novi, Michigan office. Take part in providing local technical leadership for the management and monitoring/oversight of simple to complex decommissioning, regulated material abatement, demolition, and/or environmental projects with multiple contractors and discipline professionals. Assist in the development of strategies and specifications to meet our client's objectives and solve their challenges in asset retirement. Be a champion for accomplishing the project's health, safety, environmental, and quality goals as well as the project budget and schedule. Proactively identify task and technical issues and work with the project team to take action to mitigate risk. Generate accurate and concise documentation, ensuring that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards. Strongly represent WSP's culture through positive and frequent communication and collaboration with the project team, including the client, other professionals, and contractors. Seek out opportunities to share knowledge with and mentor junior staff, imparting technical skills to others.
Your Impact
  • Examine and interpret written and graphic construction plans, specifications, schedules, and other project documentation.
  • Monitor progress and completion of contractor work, including performing site inspections for adherence to project specifications and plans, regulatory requirements, and health, safety, and environmental requirements.
  • Perform material sampling when needed.
  • Provide leadership and direction to junior-level field staff in the execution of monitoring/oversight requirements.
  • Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebook.
  • Prepare periodic (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly) reports related to work progress across multiple sites.
  • Examine contractor and consultant reports related to materials testing and examination and anticipate any risks to project objectives.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
  • High School Diploma
  • 11+ years of demolition oversight experience, including regulated materials (e.g., asbestos-containing materials, PCB-containing materials, universal waste) abatement, and demolition via explosive and/or non-explosive means and methods of commercial and/or industrial facilities.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction plans and technical specifications, permit requirements, test data, schedules and budgets.
  • Familiar with relevant environmental and construction laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
  • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively, professionally, and succinctly to a technical and non-technical audience.
  • Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
  • Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
  • Ability to perform physical activities required such as squatting, bending, lifting, climbing and traversing difficult terrain.
  • Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
  • Travel for extended periods may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in a closely-related discipline.
  • Licensure as a Michigan Asbestos Building Inspector, or ability to obtain licensure.
  • A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.
  • Deep abatement and demolition oversight experience, with decommissioning, remediation, civil, and/or vertical construction oversight experience beneficial.
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About Us
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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