Insulation Foreperson

About Aecon

Aecon is a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, building what matters for future generations to thrive. We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can't do it safely, we don't do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us.

About the Role

Under the general direction of the Civil Superintendent, the Insulation General Foreperson will assist in the supervision, coordination and scheduling of construction activities for their dedicated scope.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain excellent relationships with client, engineers, consultants, subcontractors and public
• Responsible to ensure that all work is conducted in a safe manner in compliance with safety, quality and human performance policies
• Utilize project master schedule to create detailed look ahead schedules for forecasting and planning
• Assist in developing recovery strategies when project schedule or budget are in jeopardy
• Plan and approve the work of own forces and subcontractors on the project including determining methods of construction, manpower levels, materials, tools & equipment, rentals and work schedules
• Assume responsibility for the efficient use of materials and equipment and contractual performance of the project
• Ensure trades personnel complete all necessary training in areas of safety, quality assurance, technical qualifications, equipment operation and owner specified requirements
• Ensure project is constructed in compliance with drawings, specifications, Field Work Packages (FWPs), Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and project schedule and budget
• Interface with client representatives, design engineers, consultants, other contractors, etc. as required
• Ensure the work is carried out in accordance with QA Programs and project quality guidelines
• Maintain appropriate field documentation including safety records, daily progress reports, training records, T&E and rental records, manpower reports, owner support requests, FWP documents, etc.
• Participate in basic layout, preparation of work instructions, field engineering activities, etc.
• Oversee and directly support work during execution phase, including monitoring for performance, provision of guidance to the field team, reporting to line management, leading problem-solving efforts and development of adverse condition recovery plans
• Ensure project is constructed in compliance with drawings, specifications/codes and CITP's
• Identify and support CITP and/or DCN revisions as necessary to support field work
• Ensure the work is carried out in accordance with QA Programs and project quality guidelines
• Manage and maintain OPEX in the project database for future use
• Attend and participate in the Plan of the Day and other meetings as required
• Coordinate Foreperson and execution crew in the execution of their assigned duties.
• Coordinate across all functions of the project as required to achieve task(s) goals.
• Provide leadership to Field supervisors, Coordinators and respective Craft Labor.
• Other duties as required