Foreperson

Onni Group; Richmond; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Education allowance

Referral program

Team events

Gym access

Local discounts

Friends and Family rates

Job summary

Onni Group is seeking a skilled Construction Foreman to lead field crews across our Vancouver-area projects, overseeing daily site operations and ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and to Onni’s quality standards.

You will supervise trades and subcontractors, coordinate with project management, read blueprints, plan procedures, and drive productivity on site from start to finish. This full-time role offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage work schedules and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction that results in safe work procedures for crews.
• Read blueprints to determine construction requirements and plan procedures.
• Coordinate with sub-trades, suppliers and workers to ensure project is built to drawings.
• Maintain the construction schedule and work efficiency over the project duration.
• Coordinate inspections with municipal building departments and obtain final occupancy where needed.
• Issue work orders and back charges for delinquent trades and manage extras with PM.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Description:Onni Group is looking for a skilled Construction Foreman to join our team on a Full Time basis. As a Foreman you will play a key role in leading field crews across our construction projects, overseeing daily site operations, and ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and to Onni’s quality standards. Your responsibilities will include supervising trades and subcontractors, coordinating with project management, and driving productivity on site from start to finish.This position is ideal for individuals who prefer flexible working hours. Please provide your availability when applying and we will do our best toaccommodate.Perks:Competitive pay & a Comprehensive Benefits Package.Benefits include company-paid extended health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance, critical illness, and critical life insurance.Annual Education AllowanceGenerous Referral ProgramFun & collaborative company culture with lots of team building eventsLocal discounts to restaurants, clothing stores, personal training, and moreFree access to a fully equipped gymFriends and Family rates for hospitality brandsWhat You Will Do:Provide leadership and direction that results in a safe work procedures for the safety of the crews accepting the importance and legal liability of the roleUnderstand the requirement of and liabilities under the Occupational Health and Safety ActParticipate in and monitor “Safety tool box meetings”Ensure the construction site meets all safety standard per WCB and Onni requirementsLiaison between Onni and the sub-trades, suppliers and workers to ensure that the project is built to Onni’s drawing specificationsRead specifications such as blueprints to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures;Using best efforts to resolve disputes between the various sub-trades, workers and suppliers and to alert Onni forthwith in writing in the event that at builder’s lien in filed or threatened to be filed with respect to the SiteOverseeing all site activities by all sub-trades each dayTo ensure the accuracy of installation of each sub-trade as it pertains to the construction drawings and scope of work for that particular subtradeEstimate the materials and issue work orders to complete jobsOrder manpower as required and approved by OnniCoordination of all sub-trades as a wholeMaintaining the construction schedule and work efficiency over the course of the entire duration of the projectCoordinating inspections with the municipal building department having jurisdiction in the area including the final occupancy inspectionsCoordination of inspections with the municipal building department having jurisdiction in the area including the final occupancy inspectionsCompleting monthly progress reports for each trade on the Site and submitting a copy to the Project Manager within seven days after the end of the previous monthCommunicating on a daily basis with the Project Manager appointed by Onni regarding any concerns, discrepancies, additions, or alterations that may arise during the course of construction to a building or areas affected by a building on the SiteIssuing work orders “back charges” to any and all trades that are delinquent in their areas of responsibility, as it pertains to their individual contract and scope of workDiscussing any additional work “extras” with the Project Manager appointed by Onni before issuing any work orders for “extras”Fill out daily field reports keep a written daily long of all site activityTo construct Tenant Improvements where requiredEnsures all finishes work is to Onni and industry standardsSchedule trades to meet Onni’s set out schedulesTo implement quality control:Ensure building finishes meet or exceed industry standards at construction stage;Ensure building finishes meet Onni standard at completion stage;Perform regular frame check;Perform regular electrical/mechanical check; andOther duties as assigned by the Project ManagersWhat you bring:A high school diploma or equivalent is requiredStrong knowledge of construction methodsEffective communication skillsExcellent problem solving skillsAbility to manage work schedules, deadlines, and timely tasks A high school diploma or equivalent is typically requiredExcellent attention to detailEffective time management skillsStrong Communication skillsAt least 3-5 years of construction experienceAbout the Company:For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and ChicagoWe thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.Salary Range:$35.00 - $42.00/HRAbout The Company:OnniFor over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.AI Use:This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.How To Apply:Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.