Foreman, Civil

Mainland Group of Companies; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union wages and benefits

Training opportunities

Safe working environment

Job summary

Mainland Group of Companies is seeking an experienced Civil Foreman to supervise daily field activities across Lower Mainland sites. You will mentor crews, coordinate with the Superintendent, and ensure resources are available to keep work moving safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years as a Lead Hand or Foreman in civil works (pipe or road), strong leadership, and solid plan-review skills. Valid Class 5 license and local proximity to Surrey are required, with occasional weekend

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as Lead Hand or Foreman in civil works (pipe or road).
• Strong mentoring and leadership skills with the ability to coach crews.
• Ability to communicate positively and effectively with a variety of individuals.
• Experience reviewing plans and applying knowledge to the work.
• First aid, confined space, and fall protection training is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to the crews at the beginning of each day and keep the crews updated with the daily schedule.
• Coordinate with the Superintendent and Dispatcher to ensure resources are in place daily.
• Plan material orders and coordinate sub-contractors for layout, testing, and deliveries.
• Report progress to inspectors and head office; train and develop crews.

Skills

Civil foreman

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Plan review

Job description

We are looking for experienced Civil Foreman to join our rapidly growing team! If you enjoy mentoring others and have significant civil foreman experience, this is the role for you!

The Opportunity:

The Civil Foreman will be responsible for supervising and coordinating daily activities of the crews, working with the Superintendent to plan work and coordinating with Dispatch to ensure all necessary resources (people, materials, and equipment) are in place each day.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide direction to the crews at the beginning of each day and then keep the crews updated and on track with the daily schedule, providing advice and guidance
• Work with the crew, client and superintendent to understand upcoming requirements and communicate with the Dispatcher in organizing the daily activities of the job
• Ensure forward planning in the ordering of materials and setting up sub-contractors for layout, delivery of supplies, density and pressure testing, proof rolls, beam tests etc.
• Responsible for communicating job progress, information and updates to inspectors and internal departments
• Ensure pre-locate are performed for all existing utilities that may conflict with job site activities
• Attend meetings to discuss job production, schedule, conflicts and provide toolbox updates to crews
• Ensure accurate and daily reporting of timesheets and work orders are provided to head office
• Organize and complete an inventory of materials at jobs end for removal from site
• Responsible for training and development of crews
• Understand and support full compliance with Mainland HSE requirements and incorporating health, safety & quality into all aspects of planning and executing projects and scope of work
• Understand and support full compliance with Mainland Quality Management System (QMS) in order to ensure the integrity of the QMS is maintained

Qualifications, Experience & Skillset

• Must have related construction experience
• 5+ years of experience as a Lead Hand or Foreman with a solid understanding of all aspects of civil works - especially in pipe or road
• Must be able to communicate positively and effectively with a variety of individuals
• Strong mentoring and leadership skills - ability to coach and train all members of the crew while assisting them with responsibilities
• Experience with reviewing plans and applying the knowledge to the work
• First aid, confined space, and fall protection training is an asset
• Flexibility with hours, including weekends if required.
• Must be able to interact with professionalism and courtesy with all clients and members of the public
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather, along with additional hours as needed (possibly weekends)
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Drivers License with satisfactory drivers abstract. Will be required to go to job sites across the Lower Mainland
• Must be local to the Lower Mainland

At Mainland, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to developing, recognizing, and retaining talented employees. We offer a fun, respectful and supportive multi-cultural working environment. Our growing team is hardworking, personable, and passionate about delivering high quality results, with a high level of integrity.

What we offer

• Union wages and benefits
• Opportunities for training and advancement
• Safe working environment

Only local candidates will be considered.