Foreperson (Unionized)

Aecon Group Inc.; Barrie; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Civil in Ontario’s Kawartha Lakes and Barrie regions leads a landmark heavy civil project. You will oversee daily field operations, manage crews, and ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery.

Bring 5+ years of supervisory experience on large earthworks and roadway projects, strong leadership and communication skills, a valid driver’s license, and flexibility for night shifts or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in construction.
• Experience with earthworks, grading, blasting and roadway construction.
• Experience working on a large, multi‑disciplinary joint venture team is an asset.
• Exceptional multitasking in a dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to work night shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Promote, lead and execute a Safety‑First culture compliant with EH&S programs.
• Lead safety meetings and inspections.
• Track and report project quality control and resource requirements.
• Drive quality, efficiency and productivity of work crews.
• Direct employees on productivity issues and monitor work performance.
• Follow project plans and budget and ensure crews meet production goals.
• Translate drawings, specifications and work requirements into a prioritized work plan.
• Plan and prioritize work, redirect crews and equipment to assigned tasks to minimize downtime.
• Identify equipment and labour resource requirements with the Construction Manager.
• Reassess daily goals with Leads to meet forecasted production, schedules and budgets.
• Build and maintain a strong functional team through training and coaching.
• Ensure reports, documentation and logs are completed.
• Oversee daily production records and reporting on work progress.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Heavy civil construction

Earthworks

Leadership

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment. Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, You Can Count On

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon We

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Civil is a recognized leader in the market, backed by strong self‑perform capabilities and deep local expertise. We play a key role in building and enhancing infrastructure across Canada, the U.S., and an expanding international footprint, improving everyday life through the roads, bridges, tunnels, and transit systems that connect communities. With more than a century of experience and a full suite of integrated services, Aecon is a trusted partner for delivering complex civil projects, including tunnels, transit expansions, airports, ports, highways, and large-scale site development.

The project is a landmark heavy civil infrastructure project in Ontario's Kawartha Lakes and Barrie regions. As a key part of the Arctic Over the Horizon Radar Program, the project includes significant on‑site and off‑site material movement activities, extensive earthworks, deep and shallow foundation construction, structural concrete works, and the delivery of multiple buildings and supporting infrastructure.

As part of this project, Aecon's Civil team is advancing nation‑building infrastructure through a strategic partnership with Pomerleau and Stantec. Delivered through a collaborative Integrated Project Delivery model, an Aecon‑led joint venture is responsible for project delivery.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high‑profile project from early planning through completion, delivering lasting infrastructure that will make a meaningful impact for future generations. Learn more about the Arctic Over the Horizon Radar Program: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/operations/allies-partners/norad/aothr.html

Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Foreperson is responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily field operations. This role provides leadership and supervision to field crews, ensuring safe, efficient, and productive work execution while maintaining compliance with Occupational Health & Safety regulations and all Company policies, procedures, and standards.

What You'll Do Here

• Promote, lead and execute a Safety‑First culture for all employees, sub‑contractors and consultants in compliance with the project’s Environmental Health and Safety Program and provincial occupational health and safety legislation.
• Promote safety in all activities and engage in safe work plan development, hazard assessments, FLRAs and mentorship with crew.
• Provide guidance to team members by leading safety meetings and inspections.
• Track and report project quality control and resource requirements.
• Drive quality, efficiency and productivity of work crews.
• Direct employees on productivity issues and monitor work performance, working with the crews to overcome challenges.
• Follow project plans and budget while ensuring the crews perform to meet production goals.
• Assist with translating drawings, specifications and work requirements into a prioritized work plan.
• Understand the scope and sequencing of work, plan and prioritize the work, effectively redirecting crews and equipment to assigned tasks and minimize downtime on sites.
• Work with the Construction Manager to identify equipment and labour resource requirements.
• Work with the Construction Manager and Leads to periodically reassess daily goals to meet forecasted production, schedules and budgets.
• Build and maintain a strong functional team through instruction, training, coaching and team building.
• Ensure work completed meets quality standards and that preparation and submittal of required reports, documentation and logs are completed.
• Oversee the approval of daily production records and reporting on work progress, these include:
  • Daily quality control inspections, checklists, and related documentation.
  • Documentation and reporting of policy violations, corrective measures and disciplinary actions.
  • Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) inspections, audits and reports.
  • Completion and tracking of project‑specific forms, inspections and compliance requirements.
  • Review daily field logs with the Project Manager and project leads to ensure the accuracy of labour codes, phase codes, production quantities and other reported project information.

What You Bring To The Team

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a supervisory position in the construction industry with experience in heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience with earthworks, grading, blasting and roadway construction.
• Experience working on a large, multi‑disciplinary, joint venture team is an asset.
• Exceptional ability to multitask in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to work the project schedule which may include night shifts and weekends.

Reason for Vacancy: New

Compensation is determined in accordance with the applicable collective agreement and varies based on the union represented.

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considering all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws.