Highway Paving Foreman

Colas Canada; Area E (Beaverdell/West Boundary); On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in road construction is seeking a Highway Paving Foreman to lead on-site operations. This role involves managing construction crews, ensuring safety standards, and coordinating paving activities across various project sites. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the paving industry, strong leadership skills, and the ability to read project plans. Join a dynamic team that values safety and quality in a rewarding work environment, with opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

In-house training

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in paving and supervising construction crews.
• Strong leadership and ability to enforce safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage on-site construction workers and subcontractors.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies and construction deadlines.
• Travel frequently to various project sites for effective management.

Skills

Road construction methods

Paving industry supervision

Leadership skills

Ability to read engineered plans

Knowledge of safety policies

Job description

Terus Construction is an integrated road construction and materials manufacturing company, which has been building roads in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory for over 30 years through decentralized business centers.

Road construction, asphalt paving, aggregate production, hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete supply are the core activities. In addition, the Company acts as general contractor on civil construction projects, including excavation, utilities, concrete placement, sidewalks, and curbs, and in all kind of road construction related activities.

Over 800 jobs every year are performed through more than 20 decentralized business centers, such as highway rehabilitation, airport construction, industrial, municipal and commercial work, subdivisions. More than 550 employees are locally employed.

Terus Construction provides challenging and rewarding opportunities in an entrepreneurial, diverse, inclusive and respectful work environment. As our growth creates new career opportunities, likely there is the right one for you!

Job Summary

The Highway Paving Foreman, reporting to the Superintendent, is responsible for directing and managing all on-site construction workers, subcontractors, and equipment within the Highway Division. This position enforces the company’s policies, procedures, safety standards, and overall direction, while ensuring construction deadlines are met. As a working foreman, this individual will work directly alongside the crew, playing an active role in the day-to-day operations.

This is a unionized position based in the West Kootenays.This position requires frequent travel to different project sites across BC and the Yukon.

Main Responsibilities

Safety

• Demonstrate commitment to Terus-CWCI health, safety, and environment policies by adhering to these policies and promoting a culture of safety in all activities conducted.
• Promote, execute, and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, sub-contractors, and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
• Work with Operations Superintendent to investigate damage, incidents or near misses in the worksite, and ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the Terus Safety Program.
• Uphold and comply with the principles of the Terus Code of Ethics.

Highway Paving Operations

• Travel frequently to various project sites across the region, ensuring effective on-site management, coordination, and supervision of highway paving operations.
• Ensure the sufficient deployment and productivity of work crews.
• Ensure materials and equipment is available and organized.
• Organize and coordinate the daily activities of all crew members, subcontractors, and equipment.
• Represent the company professionally in the community and maintain ongoing good business relationship with customer base and suppliers.
• Read and interpret project plans and specifications.
• Review and adhere to construction schedules, ensuring milestones and completion dates are met.
• Prepare and submit incident reports and WCB reports within the specific deadlines.
• Administer and submit daily reporting.
• Other duties as required.

Leadership

• Lead and direct crew members, equipment, and resources for civil projects, municipal products, and highway development.
• Ensure that all crew members follow safety measures and quality standards are strictly adhered to on construction sites.
• Monitor site operations and promptly report any issues to the Superintendent or Project Manager to ensure timely resolution and smooth project progress.
• Train and promote the development of subordinates in the best practice of operations and company standards.
• Apply the progressive disciplinary policy consistently and fairly among crew members if necessary.

Employment Requirements

• Knowledge of road construction methods, road construction materials and industry requirements.
• Extensive experience in the paving industry and experience in the supervision of construction crews
• Ability to read and understand engineered plans and contract documents
• Knowledge of union collective agreement and company policies and procedures
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements and applicable safety policies
• Ability to work well with others
• Strong leadership skills
• Valid class 5 driver’s license and clean current drivers abstract

Working Conditions

• Frequent travel is required
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment is required
• Willing to work in field and in all weather conditions
• Willing to work overtime (may include weekends) during the busy season (April to October) and on call as necessary
• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 LBS on a regular basis
• This is a safety sensitive position; selected candidate must pass drug and alcohol testing as required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Compensation

The anticipated hourly wage for this position is around $39.00 - $42.60. The final compensation package will be determined based on factors including the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Terus Construction offers opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization including competitive salary and benefits package, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.

We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However only applicants selected to be interviewed will be contacted.