Civil Foreman

Argus Properties; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Kelowna is seeking Journeyman and Apprentice Carpenters to join their team. The role involves construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of structures. Candidates should have extensive experience in construction and strong communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects and contribute to the company's commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction of industrial, office, retail, hotel, and multi-family residential projects.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Civil Superintendent and running equipment.
• Water, sewer, manhole installation, septic work, and irrigation.
• Daily and or weekly site reporting.

Skills

Negotiation

Planning

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

12+ years’ experience in construction

Job description

Argus Properties - One of Kelowna's largest real estate companies - is an exceptional place to work. As a Gold Seal Employer, Argus Properties is committed to excellence in construction and provides ongoing support for all construction professionals to excel. Our portfolio encompasses a wide range of properties including the construction of commercial buildings, hotels, shopping centres, residential developments, and business parks. This broad range of construction projects requires the very best people. Argus has successfully been in business in the Okanagan for over 50 years. Our own commitment to excellence and our relationship with the communities in which we work is at the heart of Argus Properties and everything we do.

Position Summary
Argus Properties is hiring Journeyman and Apprentice Carpenters to support our growing team in Kelowna, BC. Working under the direction of the Site Superintendent, you will be responsible for the construction, installation, maintenance and repair of structures and components made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel, and other materials. You will have rough framing experience, finishing, concrete, and exterior installations experience. The role requires drive and a sense of accountability.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting the Civil Superintendent
• Running equipment
• Laying pipe
• Material pickups
• Assisting with surveying and site layout
• Water, sewer, manhole installation, septic work, and irrigation as required
• Estimating
• Quantity takeoffs
• Maintaining company equipment (clean, regular maintenance, etc.,)
• Plan, organize, and direct water and sewer installations
• Shallow services where applicable
• Excavations (cut/fill)
• Grubbing
• Asphalt prep
• Curbs
• Help with tilt and concrete work if required
• Screening/sorting/crushing of soils, gravel
• Coordinate trucking as required to complete the work
• Build lock block walls
• Septic field install
• Assist with valve engineering and civil designs as required.
• Survey for pipe installations and determine proper locations, heights, slope, and grade as per design
• Off-site civil work
• Assist with permits and call for inspections for civil work.
• Daily and or weekly site reporting

Competencies:

• Passion for real estate development with a proactive and independent nature including strong negotiation, planning, and problem-solving skills;
• Analytical capabilities and business acumen in leading and planning for large-scale, multi-step projects;
• A demonstrated thoroughness and attention to detail as well as the ability to consider the bigger picture in alignment with corporate strategic objectives;
• The ability to prioritize tasks and work on multiple assignments in a team environment;
• A motivator and collaborative team player;
• Time-Management and adherence to deadlines;
• Direct experience in industrial tilt-up construction is considered an asset.

Qualifications:

• 12+ years’ experience in construction and real estate development, design and construction related projects;
• Experience in the construction of industrial, office, retail, hotel, and multi-family residential projects is essential;
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral; communicating with employees and third-party service providers, writing proposals, procuring materials, and dealing with clients;
• Knowledge of construction methodologies, able to read blueprints and understand other technical aspects.