Plumbing & Mechanical Foreperson

True Mechanical; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned professional in the mechanical sector to enhance their dynamic team. This role involves overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and fostering collaboration between teams. With a commitment to innovative practices and employee development, this company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive wages, training allowances, and team-building activities. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your growth and encourages you to advance in your career while making a significant impact in the construction industry.

Benefits

Employer Paid RRSP Contributions

Vehicle Allowance

Paid Flex Days

100% Employer Paid Health Care

Training Allowances

Paid Tuition for Continuing Education

Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance

Company Tool Program

Team Bonding Events

Employee Appreciation Lunches

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical industry experience with 5 years in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of BC Plumbing Code and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between Project Management and Field Team for compliance.
• Monitor performance of field staff and ensure project schedules are followed.
• Plan mechanical components and prepare construction schedules.

Skills

Mechanical Industry Experience

Construction Procedures Knowledge

Quality Management

Occupational Health & Safety Best Practices

Microsoft Office 365

Education

Red Seal Certification

Job description

True Mechanical is the largest and most-rapidly growing mechanical contractor in Western Canada. We specialize in designing and installing commercial, institutional and residential mechanical systems in new developments in Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and the BC Interior. We are committed to using the latest in technology and industry developments to develop a better product. We recognize the benefits of virtual construction, lean manufacturing principles to improve installation processes and we aim to uphold collaborative building practices on all our projects.

Compensation and Benefits :

• We are proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package
• Foreman wages from $47.50-$55 an hour
• Employer paid RRSP contributions for every hour worked in addition to your hourly wage
• Vehicle allowance paid for every hour worked in addition to your hourly wage
• 5 paid flex days per year in addition to holidays, stats and sick days
• 100% employer paid extended health care, training allowances and employee perks
• We reimburse for parking.
• Personal protective equipment and swag provided.
• Company tool program.
• Paid tuition for continuing education
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• We believe compensation should come in multiple forms in addition to a healthy paycheck: team-bonding events, company merch, employee appreciation lunches, bi-annual industry events, sports games, leadership & development training.

At True Mechanical, our company culture is the foundation of our success.

We invest in our team. To us, competitive wages and comprehensive benefits are the bare minimum. Alongside extended health and dental care, RRSP contributions, vehicle allowances, site lunches and team building activities, we prioritize employee development through individualized training allowances, performance reviews & goal-setting, tool discounts, parking reimbursements, and much more.

We want you to advance in your career. Training and Development doesn't end at your Red Seal. Work hard and we will work with you to develop the career path you want.

We founded our company with a goal to do construction differently. Our site culture is equivalent to the systems we install: innovative, creative, and collaborative. Sound like you? Apply now to find more like-minded people like you!

Technical Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in the mechanical industry with 5 years in a similar role
• Portfolio with 3 to 5 projects completed in the last 10 years
• In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, quality management and Occupational Health & Safety best practices
• Comprehensive knowledge of British Columbia Plumbing Code (BCPC)
• Intermediate (to advanced) knowledge of Microsoft Office 365

Daily Responsibilities

• Serve as the liaison between our Project Management Team and our Field Team to ensure compliance of construction with drawings, specs, and code / quality standards
• Monitor work performance and efficiency of field staff, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure project plans and schedules are followed effectively and within budget
• Plan the mechanical components of a construction project and prepare a construction schedule in partnership with the Project Manager.
• Review the budget and the underlying estimate to understand the project, and plan ahead to avoid cost overruns and / or project delays
• Advise senior management of potential problems, work interferences or schedule difficulties while assisting in resolving these conflicts
• Anticipate problems or challenges, propose innovative solutions, and ensure solutions are consistent with project objectives
• Inspect and report on project progress, equipment and materials to Project Management Team