Earthworks Foreman

CKB Construction; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Alberta seeks a Foreman to oversee daily operations of a crew. The role involves ensuring project requirements are met safely and efficiently while mentoring team members. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in earthworks and relevant certifications. This position requires commitment to long hours and outdoor work in various weather conditions.

Benefits

Competitive wage and benefits package

Opportunities for advancement

Overtime availability

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of earthworks experience in Roadworks, Highways, and Subdivisions.
• Experience with stormwater management, culvert installation, and drainage improvements.
• Ability to operate various equipment is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Guide day-to-day operations of a crew of up to 15 people.
• Complete daily field documentation and supervise subordinates.
• Read and interpret plans, ensuring project specifications are followed.

Skills

Supervision

Mentoring

Grading

Equipment Operation

Education

CSTS 2020

WHMIS 2015

First Aid

Ground Disturbance Level 2

Job description

We offer an excellent wage and benefits package, along with the opportunity to work overtime. Our growing team allows for opportunities for advancement and our benefits providers are competitive in our industry!

Summary of Position

Abalone Construction is a privately owned company with over 40 years specializing in Industrial and Commercial civil construction. We offer construction services in a variety of markets including Infrastructure, Roadbuilding, and Land Development.

Reporting to project management, the Foreman will be responsible for guiding the day-to-day operations of a crew of up to 15 people. Their focus will be on ensuring that project requirements are met safely, with minimum rework and in a timely manner.

Role and Responsibilities

• Follow direction from Project Manager / Superintendent.
• Complete daily field documentation inclusive of Toolbox meetings, review of JHA, weekly job site and equipment inspections, time sheets etc.
• Supervise, mentor, and display ability to coach subordinates in relation to policies, procedures, as well provide guidance to ensure project specifications are being followed.
• Read, interpret and understand plans and check work according to specifications.
• A sound understanding of grading, ability to read survey layout, utilization of laser level.
• Assist in coordination and tracking of manpower, materials, and equipment; Ability to operate and effectively utilize heavy equipment an asset.
• Enforce the Abalone Progressive Disciplinary Policy as required.
• Report any changes to scope or safety incidents to supervisor immediately.

Qualifications, Training and Education

• CSTS 2020, WHMIS 2015, LSE, First Aid, Ground Disturbance Level 2.
• Minimum of 5 years of earthworks experience in the following areas : Roadworks, Highways and Subdivisions.
• Experience in projects involving stormwater management, culvert installation and drainage improvements.
• Prior experience with Alberta Transportation projects and specifications is considered an asset.
• Ability to operate and understand the capability of various equipment is considered an asset.

Working Conditions

Candidates will be working outside in all weather conditions. They must be able to spend long periods of time on their feet, standing / walking around the project site. They must will to commit to 50 + hours per week at various locations within Alberta. Typical shifts are 7 : 00am - 6 : 30pm.