road construction foreman/woman

Government of Canada - Western; Nisku; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada - Western is seeking a construction supervisor to oversee projects in Nisku. The ideal candidate will manage teams, ensure safety compliance, and improve productivity in a fast-paced construction environment. This role requires significant experience in the field and relevant safety certifications.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Gasoline paid

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a supervisory role in construction.
• Certifications in safety and first aid are required.
• Ability to manage and coordinate work activities with teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise up to 20 workers on construction sites.
• Recommend measures to improve productivity and resolve work problems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Advice

Team Leadership

Organization

Education

First Aid Certificate

WHMIS Certificate

Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Work setting

• Equipment operation
• Excavation
• Grading
• Paving

Responsibilities Tasks

• Recommend measures to improve productivity
• Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Prepare production and other reports
• Recruit and hire workers and carry out related staffing actions
• Co-ordinate work activities with other project supervisors or managers
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Establish methods to meet work schedules
• Read blueprints and drawings
• Requisition materials and supplies
• Supervise workers and projects

Supervision

• 11-15 people
• 16-20 people

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate

Experience and specialization Type of industry experience

• Construction

Additional information Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Overtime required
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Gasoline paid