Foreman, Highway Maintenance Operations

laprairie; Town of Manning; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LaPrairie Works Inc. in Manning, Alberta, is seeking a Foreman, Highway Maintenance Operations to lead field crews and ensure contract requirements are met. The role emphasizes safety, resource management, and timely project delivery.

You will supervise staff, allocate equipment, monitor performance, and coordinate training to uphold industry standards and company policies. A strong background in highway maintenance and Alberta regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Three years in a management role within highway maintenance.
• Five years in highway maintenance experience.
• Valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license with clean record.
• Proven ability to allocate resources and plan work.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to lead, monitor progress, and enforce safety.

Responsibilities

• Promote compliance with legislation and safety regulations.
• Oversee operations to meet contract criteria.
• Coordinate resources, scheduling, and work priorities.
• Facilitate staff training to meet company objectives.
• Monitor performance and implement continuous improvement.
• Ensure preventive maintenance of vehicles.
• Review road condition reports and track performance.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Management experience

Highway maintenance

Resource management

Analytical thinking

Delegation & supervision

Communication skills

Job description

LaPrairie Works Inc., a member of LaPrairie Group of Companies, is an ISO-9001-2015 certified company providing highway and bridge maintenance, civil infrastructure construction, slope stabilization, erosion and drainage control, and environmental remediation services across Western Canada. We are proud to be formally recognized with industry and ministerial awards for innovation and environmental stewardship, while managing long-term contracts within both provincial and federal jurisdictions.

We are in search of a Foreman, Highway Maintenance Operations to lead our highway maintenance operations our Manning, AB shop.

The Foreman, Highway Maintenance Operations, under the direction of the Superintendent, will oversee staff and the proper allocation of resources to ensure work is being performed according to contract. The Foreman, Highway Maintenance Operations, must possess proven knowledge of Provincial transportation specifications, experience in the highway maintenance industry and be prepared to reside within a 30-minute commute to the operational center they oversee.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Promote and monitor compliance with required legislation, including safe operation of equipment, National Safety Code, and Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
• Promote company policies, procedures, and ethical standards and implement measures to ensure employee compliance.
• Oversee operations to ensure that work is being performed according to established performance criteria.
• Facilitate employee training, to meet LaPrairie program objectives and legislative requirements.
• Monitor employee performance using practical targets that are consistent with company goals.
• Coordinate activities effectively by allocating resources, scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and delegating work accordingly.
• Ensure procedures for equipment inspection and preventative maintenance of vehicles are followed.
• Review road condition reports and track performance.
• Assess team performance and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Ensure that safe work practices are being promoted and followed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Skills:

• Three years of experience in a management role and five years of experience in the Highway Maintenance industry.
• Valid Class 1 or 3 Drivers License and clean record.
• Proven experience with resource management.
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
• Ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor progress of direct reports.
• Strong verbal and written communication.

LaPrairie Works Inc. provides Industry-leading compensation and benefits, professional training, and development opportunities and all within a supportive, dynamic, and proactive work environment.