Civil Foreman

Canoco; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Canoco Energy Services in Fort Saskatchewan, AB, seeks an experienced Civil Foreman to lead civil crews on industrial projects. You will plan daily field activities, review drawings, and ensure work complies with safety, quality, and schedule requirements.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record supervising earthworks, site development, concrete, utilities, and coordination with superintendents, safety, and other trades.

Qualifications

• Proven Civil Foreman experience on industrial civil construction sites.
• Strong ability to read drawings, specs, elevations and site plans.
• Knowledge of earthworks, excavation, grading, concrete and utilities.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence and safety certifications CSTS/CSO and WHMIS 2015.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise civil crews and daily field activities.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and work priorities.
• Oversee earthworks, excavation, grading, concrete, underground utilities, and site prep.
• Review drawings, specs, and work packages to meet requirements.
• Conduct toolbox talks and communicate plans to crews.
• Ensure work is performed safely and per safety requirements.
• Monitor productivity, quality, and progress of the project.
• Coordinate with Superintendents, Project Managers, Safety, Quality, and trades.
• Identify delays and field issues; adjust manpower or equipment as needed.
• Complete daily reports and maintain field documentation.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.

Skills

Lead and supervise crews

Industrial civil construction

Construction safety

Project coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety certifications CSTS/CSO WHMIS

Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence

Job description

Position Overview

Canoco Energy Services is seeking an experienced Civil Foreman for work in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading civil crews, coordinating daily field activities, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, schedules, and quality requirements.

We are looking for a strong field leader with proven experience supervising industrial civil construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise civil crews and daily field activities.


• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and work priorities.


• Oversee civil construction activities including earthworks, excavation, grading, concrete, underground utilities, and site preparation.


• Review drawings, specifications, and work packages to ensure work is completed according to project requirements.


• Conduct daily toolbox meetings and communicate work plans and expectations to crews.


• Ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with company and client safety requirements.


• Monitor productivity, quality, and project progress.


• Coordinate with Superintendents, Project Managers, Safety, Quality, and other trades.


• Identify potential delays, field issues, and manpower or equipment requirements.


• Complete required daily reports and field documentation.


• Ensure crews maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.


• Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to field personnel.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous Civil Foreman experience is required.


• Strong background in industrial civil construction.


• Experience with earthworks, excavation, grading, concrete, underground utilities, and site development.


• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, elevations, and site plans.


• Proven ability to effectively supervise and coordinate field crews.


• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to coordinate multiple work activities while maintaining project schedules.


• Knowledge of construction safety requirements and safe work practices.


• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence.


• Current CSTS/CSO and WHMIS 2015 required.


• Additional industry safety certifications are considered an asset.