Construction Foreman

Since 1978, Can-Traffic Services has been a leader in traffic signal design and installation. Our team includes engineers, electricians, tradesmen, and technicians dedicated to keeping traffic flowing and safely guide your family home. With 45+ years of technical expertise and experience to draw upon, our field teams deliver a first rate, safety conscious, and efficient service.

At Can-Traffic, our adept, professional crews, and field teams are expected to respond to all types of traffic dynamics at all hours of the day. From Emergency Response to street light maintenance. Our team of dedicated individuals work together to achieve where others cannot. Their ambition, combined with a strong support network of people is why they succeed. Their commitment to quality is what gives Can-Traffic the strong and recognized reputation it enjoys.

As the Construction Foreman with Can-Traffic, you will oversee a variety of installation and repair projects involving street lights, traffic signals, pedestrian crossovers, signage, flashing beacons and other traffic electrical devices. Foreman work alongside and lead our 3-5 persons crews and work 40+ hours per week with opportunities for overtime. Expect periodic out of town and night shift assignments. To thrive in this role you must be a hard-working individual with related experience, can show up on time everyday and work in a physically demanding environment. Join our team and help “SAFELY GUIDE FAMILIES HOME”.

**What you will do Everyday**
- Overall project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, budgets, estimates, procurement, quality, risk and control, while providing direction and ensuring compliance with quality standards
- Coordinate, schedule and sequence site work in a manner that is consistent with requirements of each project and proactively look for roadblocks and ways to accelerate progress
- Develops, maintains, and drives the construction schedule to ensures project milestones and completion dates are met
- Motivate, lead and work with client, consultants, inspectors, subcontractors, trades people, field employees, and suppliers
- Prepare and update all project documentation
- Other duties as assigned

**Skills Required**:

- Demonstrated expertise in coaching, leadership and problem-solving to lead an effective team
- Ability to be adaptable, manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong knowledge of various construction disciplines, safety regulations, scheduling, cost control, quality control and engineering drawings
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and experience in dealing with contractors and the public

**Qualifications Needed**
- Combination of work experience and/or technical training in an industry-related trade certification/education program
- 5 years related experience in a Supervisory role
- Valid Alberta driver’s license and submission of a 5-year Driver’s Abstract with less than 7 demerits
- Journeyman Electrician is an asset
- Project Management Certificate is an asset

**Job Features**:
**Job Category**:
Construction