Foreman - Earthworks - Edmonton

Earthworks Foreman

Sureway Construction is one of Alberta’s largest heavy construction contractors, involved in; civil earthworks and grading, utilities and offsite, mine operation and aggregate extraction.

2023 Season 5% RETENTION BONUS (*as per qualifying requirements)

Proudly celebrating our 50th Anniversary in 2023!

Work for Sureway and enjoy being home with your family/friends every night!

We offer Benefits, RRSP/TFSA Matching

Job Type Full Time, Seasonal

Schedule 11+ Hours/day, Saturdays and Sundays as required, Schedule as per Operational Requirements, OT after 8hr/day or 44hr/week

Location Edmonton and Surrounding Area’s (non-camp position, required to live in the area)

Essential Hard-working, reliable, flexible with schedule, ability to work in physically demanding conditions

Requirements

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (non GDL)
• CSA approved steel toed boots with 6” ankle support
• Clean Driving Record
• Minimum five (5) years Civil /Earthworks experience including experience in constructing Roadways/Subdivisions.

Pre-employment

• Drug and alcohol testing which may be swab or urine depending on site requirements
• Successful completion of Company Orientation and site-specific orientation

Earthworks Foreman Responsibilities

• This is a general responsibilities list and does not include all responsibilities required of the position.
• Submit progress reports to ensure that the project is on track with deadlines that have been set out in the contract. Must ensure a solid understanding of, and comply with the principles of the company’s Code of Ethics. Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
• Coordinate with shallow utility locaters when on the jobsite and ensure the crew clearly understands where all buried utilities are.
• Take corrective action to mitigate immediate hazards.
• Participate as a vital team member, and contribute towards the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required.
• Identify equipment and labor resource requirements for task and their utilization.
• Conduct daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections.
• Allocate general and daily responsibilities.
• Complete daily activity reports/daily logs.
• Promote safety in all activities and engage in safe work plan development, hazard assessments and mentorship with crew.
• Supervise the use of machinery and equipment.
• Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
• Adhere to project and company environmental considerations.
• Ensure manpower and resources are adequate.
• Promote a team approach and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas.
• Coordinate with other Foremen of subcontractors as required on the jobsite.
• Conduct incident investigations and prepare associated support documentation immediately.
• Work with project management to schedule and coordinate work tasks.
• Drive quality, efficiency and productivity of work crews and ensure the crew has all required tools for their work, including PPE and emergency response measures.
• Assess and confirm, through documentation, crew competency.

Earthworks Foreman Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years Civil or Industrial Foreman, with experience in constructing Roadways/Subdivisions.
• Ability to read drawings, plans and blueprints.
• Committed to working in a safe and efficient manner.
• Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology degree/diploma considered an asset.
• Excellent organizational and leadership with the ability to communicate and report effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills required.
• The following training courses would be considered an asset Leadership for Safety Excellence, Prime Contractor, CSTS-09, Ground Disturbance Level 2, H2S Awareness and WHMIS.
• Must be a team player.
• In depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment and OHS guidelines.
• Must have extensive knowledge of "Urban" Subdivision grading or Industrial.
• Recognizes and understands the safe operation of heavy equipment and material handling.

Sureway Construction Group adheres to employment equity and equal opportunity programs. We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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