Scene Shop Construction Foreman

**GENERAL DUTIES**

The Construction Foreman will work closely with the Operations Manager to review and plan for all upcoming projects (pending and confirmed) including but not limited to:

- Reviewing all upcoming projects with Operations and Sales to prepare timelines, plans, materials, and resources
- Work with the Fabrication & Rentals Coordinator on ordering stock materials to ensure that the shop is well stocked with all commonly used materials and hardware
- Reviewing and disseminating the project info with the fabrication team (construction, welding, paint, print, etc.)
- Overseeing the build of the project through to completion
- Overseeing the gathering of all set elements and tools for the installation of the project
- Overseeing the packaging and loading of all custom set elements onto truck(s) for shipping
- Assisting in the tracking of labour numbers and submitting them to the Director of Operations & Rentals
- Oversee the tracking of material usage
- Maintaining all tools and shop equipment in good working condition
- Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the repair log for tool maintenance which outlines when the tools have been checked, cleaned and, if necessary, repaired

**Projects**

The Construction Foreman is responsible for the management of all projects built in the fabrication shop. This includes but is not limited to:

- Proactively reviewing and discussing all upcoming projects with the sales team and clarifying outstanding or missing information
- Identifying any gaps in project details or shortages in materials and labour and then initiating the appropriate steps to rectify
- Clearly communicating and disseminating project details to the fabrication team and ensuring all team members have all required information readily available to them for successful execution
- Sharing build plans with the fabrication team so that material take offs can be conducted to determine what is needed and identifying any potential material shortages that may arise
- With the Operations team, work on developing workback schedules for all projects that identify priorities and key deliverables
- With the Operations Team work on managing budget parameters for all fabrication projects
- Working with the Fabrication & Rentals Coordinator, manage and oversee the fabrication team’s workflow to ensure all projects are completed efficiently, on time and within budget
- Liaising as needed with the sales team, warehouse, and office to ensure all client deliverables are fulfilled
- With the Operations team, monitor the supply of materials and labour throughout builds to ensure that shortages do not occur

**HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT**

The Construction Foreman is responsible for ensuring that all fabrication areas are staffed accordingly based on the current workflow and this includes but is not limited to:

- Reviewing current and upcoming projects to identify and report any inefficiencies or perceived shortages in manpower and working with the operations team to schedule crew accordingly
- Supervising and training (as required) assigned staff which may include full-time, part-time, student and temporary employees
- Ensuring that all department and team members are working safely, efficiently and in accordance with all health and safety protocols
- Consistently leading by example, offering supportive management to all members of the team, empowering staff and helping to foster and work with co-workers in a friendly and productive work environment
- Assisting in problem solving, negotiating and addressing of staff challenges

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**EXPECTATIONS**
- To always conduct oneself in a courteous and professional manner
- To contribute in positive ways that foster a collaborative, team-oriented work environment
- To always respond to all communications, verbal or written, in a timely manner
- To approach workflow in a proactive fashion, following up with relevant parties as needed
- To be forward thinking, always considering the bigger picture and how to best achieve it
- To make recommendations and suggestions to improve workflow and efficiencies
- To finish tasks to completion
- To provide updates and status reports regularly especially when tasks have been completed
- To clarify any tasks, items or requests that are unclear or require more explanation
- To ask for help when needed
- To express and share goals for professional development
- To support teammates
- To understand and adhere to the company’s code of conduct

**SCHEDULE**
- This position is a hourly position, and it is expected that the successful proponent manages their work hours to ensure all tasks are complete both on time and on budget
- Office hours are Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm (PST)

**About Scene Ideas Inc.**: