Site Foreman/Foreperson

Lead skilled crews delivering high-quality homes and community projects across British Columbia.

Buildforth by Paradigm is hiring an experienced Foreperson to lead crews on active construction projects throughout British Columbia. This role combines daily site leadership, coordination, quality control, safety oversight, and hands-on carpentry for a practical leader who can keep work moving.

A key part of the role is leading the installation of prefabricated panelling systems produced within the Paradigm Group. You will coordinate layouts, deliveries, crane-assisted erection, temporary bracing, structural connections, and corrections so building components are installed safely and accurately.

AT A GLANCE

• CAD 37.00-42.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Travel to active projects throughout British Columbia
• Typical 10-12 hour shifts, with overtime based on project schedules
• LOA, mileage, travel time, and employer-arranged accommodations, as applicable
• Group benefits, EAP, annual safety allowance, referral bonus program, and growth opportunities

FOREPERSON

LEAD THE CREW. BUILD WITH PURPOSE.

Lead skilled crews delivering high-quality homes and community projects across British Columbia.

Buildforth by Paradigm is hiring an experienced Foreperson to lead crews on active construction projects throughout British Columbia. This role combines daily site leadership, coordination, quality control, safety oversight, and hands-on carpentry for a practical leader who can keep work moving.

A key part of the role is leading the installation of prefabricated panelling systems produced within the Paradigm Group. You will coordinate layouts, deliveries, crane-assisted erection, temporary bracing, structural connections, and corrections so building components are installed safely and accurately.

AT A GLANCE

• CAD 37.00-42.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Travel to active projects throughout British Columbia
• Typical 10-12 hour shifts, with overtime based on project schedules
• LOA, mileage, travel time, and employer-arranged accommodations, as applicable
• Group benefits, EAP, annual safety allowance, referral bonus program, and growth opportunities

WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT

• Take ownership of daily site execution while remaining actively involved in the work.
• Lead the installation of prefabricated panelling systems and advanced building components.
• Develop crew members through clear direction, coaching, and practical knowledge sharing.
• Access competitive compensation, travel support, benefits, and opportunities to grow as a construction leader.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead, direct, and motivate employees, apprentices, subcontractors, and trades to complete daily priorities safely and efficiently.
• Plan crew activities, assign work, maintain short-term look-aheads, and coordinate with the Superintendent or Project Manager on priorities and constraints.
• Lead the receiving, layout, installation, alignment, bracing, fastening, and connection of prefabricated wall-panel and other panelling systems.
• Coordinate panel deliveries, staging, lifting plans, crane activities, sequencing, and safe work zones.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, panel layouts, connection details, building plans, specifications, and project schedules.
• Verify panel locations, dimensions, openings, structural connections, plumb, level, fit, and weather-protection details before and during installation.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure panel installations, framing, floor and roof systems, openings, exterior components, and finishes meet drawings, codes, specifications, and quality standards.
• Identify site issues and deficiencies early, develop practical solutions, and coordinate corrections.
• Perform hands-on carpentry and installation work as required to support the crew and maintain production.
• Coordinate materials, tools, equipment, and deliveries to keep the site organized and productive.
• Conduct toolbox talks, enforce safety requirements, confirm appropriate PPE, and model safe work practices.
• Complete daily reports, timesheets, progress updates, material tracking, and other required site documentation.
• Coach employees a