Earthworks Foreman

2 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada Nu Edge Construction Ltd Full time

Nu Edge Construction Ltd. has a commitment to the highest quality of services by engineering an exceptional management team, offering quality technical resources for our clients, together with a superior safety culture. We create positive relationships, by providing a foundation of quality workmanship, a dedication to excellence, and an experienced team, geared for success.

Nu Edge Construction is seeking driven, team-oriented individuals with a willingness to expand their knowledge of the industry.

We are recruiting for a qualified individual to step in as Earthworks Foreman. Must have experience with heavy equipment operations and must be familiar and comfortable with earth moving, running large scale crews, operating safely in a variety of environments and complying with all applicable legislation.

Specific Duties:
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 Management Team 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 Nu Edge 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.

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

General survey knowledge

The ability to read and understand blueprints and city specifications

General knowledge of proper equipment operation

Good verbal and written communication skills

Self-leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills

Attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced 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.

**Salary**: $32.00-$42.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay
- Retention bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

**Experience**:

- Civil Earthworks/Foreman: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person



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