Site Foreman

3 days ago

, Canada Coast Essential Construction Full-time $94,000 - $135,000 Contract

Locations: Whistler, Squamish, North Shore

Employment Type:Full Time

About Coast Essential Construction

Coast Essential Construction is a high-end custom home builder specializing in architecturally complex, detail-driven, and high-performance residential construction.

We intentionally limit our project load to maintain exceptional quality, strong communication, and well-organized job sites.

Role Overview

The Site Foreman / Site Supervisor is responsible for day-to-day site leadership, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.

This is a leadership role requiring strong organization, communication, and the ability to manage people, information, and expectations.

  • Lead and manage crews on high-end residential construction sites
  • Plan and coordinate daily and weekly work activities
  • Maintain site safety, cleanliness, and organization
  • Enforce company quality standards and execution details
  • Review drawings, specifications, and details for constructability
  • Coordinate with Project Managers, architects, engineers, and consultants
  • Clear, professional communication with team members and leadership
  • Track progress, deficiencies, and quality control items
  • Mentor carpenters and apprentices
  • Communicate professionally with clients when required
  • Identify issues early and work with the project team to resolve them

Experience & Skill Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience leading construction crews
  • Strong background in high-end residential construction
  • Proven leadership and crew management ability
  • Comfortable and competent with computers and technology, including:
    • File management and digital documentation
    • Email, basic scheduling, and drawing review
  • Email, basic scheduling, and drawing review
  • Clear, confident, and professional communicator
  • Ability to lead calmly, decisively, and respectfully
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract
  • Comfortable working in client-facing environments

We support long-term career development. Successful Site Foremen and Supervisors are encouraged and supported in progressing toward:

  • Construction Manager
  • Wages: $45–$65/hour (based on experience and performance)
  • Extended health benefits
  • Company truck and gas card available for the right individual
  • Realistic schedules and a focused project load

Why Work With Us

  • Boutique builder focused on quality, not volume
  • Challenging, well-executed luxury residential projects
  • Organized systems, strong leadership, and clear expectations
  • Respect for professionalism, craftsmanship, and communication
  • Long-term growth opportunities