Foreman/woman

Position:
Construction Foreman/Woman

Location:
Annapolis Valley and Southwestern
Nova Scotia

Roscoe Construction is a General Contracting Firm specializing in commercial, agricultural, institutional and industrial construction.

We have been in business since 1966 and have earned a reputation as an industry leader for quality workmanship and for completing projects on time and on budget.

Job Overview

We have a need for a
Foreman/Woman for projects primarily throughout the Annapolis Valley and South Shore of Nova Scotia.

Reporting to the C.E.O and collaborating with the Project Managers, and all members of the Project Team, the Foreman/Woman is responsible for organizing, coordinating, and monitoring worksite functions and activities necessary to achieve the fundamental project objectives.

Responsibilities
Accountabilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Ensure compliance with all occupational health and safety regulations and security requirements. Provide safety leadership and promote a positive safety culture and a workplace that is respectful and inclusive.
• Work with local governing authorities.
• Execute work in accordance with established project schedules, contracts and codes.
• Coordinate all onsite activities and aspects of the project that are assigned by the Project Manager and C.E.O.
• Manage trades and suppliers and plan ahead to foresee problems, arrange work, and procure materials in advance to avoid schedule delays.
• Maintain detailed, accurate project documents.
• Meet regularly with any assigned personnel to ensure proper information flow and adherence to due dates, budgeted hours, and costs. Conduct safety meetings and inspections.
• Direct the work of other project employees as assigned, for the purpose of completing scheduled work assignments.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 3 years in a leadership role of medium sized construction projects.
• Extensive knowledge of occupational health and safety specific to the construction industry. Training in, or willingness to be trained, in areas such as regulations and standards, fall protection, first aid, respiratory protection, aerial work platforms, emergency preparedness, hazard assessment/control, due diligence, etc.
• Ability to coordinate onsite operations including interpretation and implementation of drawings and specifications.
• Interpersonal and leadership skills with an astute ability to work with own forces and subcontractors.
• Adept at scheduling, budget control, and proper detailing.
• Familiar with industrial, institutional, and commercial construction including designbuild, construction management, and general contracting.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Strong negotiation, communication, time management, problemsolving and organizational skills.
• Journeyman's classification in a skilled trade (Red Seal or Gold Seal Certification) would be considered an asset.

At Roscoe Construction we value our employees, offer challenging projects and invest in professional development.

Some of the benefits that we offer include a competitive salary, company truck, professional development opportunities, group health & dental benefits, disability and life insurance, group RRSP with matching portion.

We provide company cellphones, and laptops as required.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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