Construction Foreman

4 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada Whissell Contracting Full time

The Earthworks Foreman will assist the Superintendent with managing site-level activities as well as provide direction and coordination of field-level crews. The Underground foreman will support Whissell’s vision, mission, S.P.I.R.I.T of values, and three daily pillars of Safety, Quality, and Efficiency.

**General Responsibilities**:

- Coordinate daily activities on construction sites to ensure quality and efficient operations, plan ahead to ensure required materials are on site, inform superintendent if not and allow time for delivery.
- Instruct crew on activities and follow up to ensure compliance
- Inform Superintendent of work activities, issues, workflow and employee issues
- Keep a detailed record of daily events, communications, weather, delays, ground conditions, etc. in journal/day timer
- Complete timekeeping records daily and that all relevant information is included
- Ensure completed work meets the required specifications
- Ensure work is performed within Alberta OH&S guidelines and Whissell safety policies and procedures
- Ensure company safety policies are met by all workers, including Job Hazard Assessment, Risk Assessment, Toolbox meetings and communication of Safety Memos and that all incidents are reported (near misses, property damage, injuries, environmental, etc.) before the end of the shift.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensure construction tools and equipment are properly maintained, kept track of and put away in a designated storage location when not in use.
- Develop and maintain working relationships with consultant, owner and City representatives
- Recognize existing and potential hazards and knows how to identify these through conducting a field-level pre-job hazard analysis, checking the machine for hazards, and assessing any tasks before starting.

**Experience/Qualifications**:

- Must have 3-5 years experience as a Foreman working on Earthworks Projects
- Knowledge of construction techniques and safety practices
- The ability to read and understand blueprints and city specifications
- General knowledge of proper equipment operation
- Attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced evolving construction environment
- Ensure compliance with all Company policies, OH & S Legislation, and WCB reporting procedures.
- Understand and maintain quality and production standards and work to achieve established production goals.

**What We Offer**
- Competitive total compensation package commensurate with level of experience
- Comprehensive Health, Dental and vision benefits plan, Life insurance and long term disability.
- Company matched RRSP Program
- Professional and Career development opportunities ( WIT program for training and operator competencies)
- Strong commitment to safety in the workplace
- Safety Incentive, Retention Incentive, and Safety Awards
- SPIRIT of Values employee rewards and recognition program

**Work Environment**: Outdoors, confined spaces, and must be able to work in all types of weather conditions.

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay
- Retention bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- How are you an effective earthworks foreman?

**Experience**:

- Earthworks construction: 5 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person

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