Excavation Foreman

1 month ago


Ottawa, Canada dsq Construction Full time

**Overview**:
**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Site Supervision and Coordination**: Lead a team of excavation laborers, operators, and subcontractors in performing deep excavation tasks, including trenching, soil management, and backfilling.
- **Safety Management**: Develop, enforce, and monitor strict safety protocols on-site, including those specific to excavation hazards, and ensure adherence to OSHA, local safety codes, and company policies.
- **Project Planning and Execution**: Interpret project plans, blueprints, and technical specifications to develop work plans, assign tasks, and ensure efficient progress according to timelines.
- **Quality Control**: Conduct inspections to maintain high-quality standards, address any issues promptly, and adjust methods as necessary to meet engineering and environmental standards.
- **Resource and Equipment Management**: Coordinate the use of heavy machinery, including excavators, dozers, and compactors, ensuring equipment maintenance and that operators are qualified.
- **Problem Solving**: Address on-site issues related to soil conditions, unexpected obstructions, or environmental hazards, providing quick and effective solutions to keep the project on track.
- **Documentation and Reporting**: Keep accurate daily logs, prepare progress reports, and communicate updates to project managers and stakeholders as needed.

**Qualifications**:

- **Experience**: Minimum of 5 years in excavation work.
- **Technical Expertise**: Deep knowledge of excavation techniques, soil management, dewatering systems, and heavy equipment operation.
- **Certifications**: Relevant certifications (e.g., OSHA 30, excavation safety training, equipment licenses) are strongly preferred.
- **Leadership Skills**: Proven ability to supervise and motivate a team in challenging environments, with excellent problem-solving abilities.
- **Physical Requirements**: Ability to work in various weather conditions, perform physically demanding tasks, and follow strict safety protocols.

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- construction: 5 years (required)

Work Location: On the road



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