Foreman - Underground - Edmonton, Canada - North Star Contracting Inc

North Star Contracting Inc

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Underground Utilities:

Our Underground Utilities division is an approved City of Calgary contractor with a variety of city projects in its portfolio.

Each member of North Star's management team has over 25 years of solid industry experience, guaranteeing the highest quality of product and service.

North Star has proven itself to be a successful deep utility service company capable of handling any large-scale project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Review scope of work with superintendent and execute key functions, while also performing hands on tasks.
Assist superintendent with organizing and coordinating the daily activities of all crew members, subcontractors and equipment.
Ability to effectively lead, mentor and motivate crew while demonstrating team values and work ethic.
Schedule equipment and manpower needs with superintendent
Ensure all applicable environmental regulations are adhered to throughout the construction process.
Attend project closeout meeting to ensure successful completion of projects.
Document all pertinent project information, including site conditions, employee issues, and changes in scope of work.
Review grade sheets for accuracy.
Review and submit electronic timesheets on a daily basis.
Behave in a manner that ensures the safety of themselves, their coworkers and others on the work sites.
Reports unsafe work, unsafe conditions, incidents, injuries and near misses to supervisor and participates in the investigative process.
Attends and participates in toolbox and safety committee meetings as scheduled.
Comply with established company policies and procedures and Occupational Health and Safety regulations.

Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum 3 years' experience in a Foreman position.
Underground utility experience within the City of Calgary is preferred.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, specifications, schedules and costing reports.
Thorough understanding of construction procedures and safety practices.
A strong technical computer capability using mobile devices is preferred.
Extensive knowledge of proper equipment utilization, operation and maintenance.
Understanding of contracts, asset utilization and costing.
Active Construction Safety Training System (CSTS2020) Certification.
Ground Disturbance.
Confined Space.
Valid First Aid.
Must have Valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean current drivers abstract.
Must have own transportation with strong knowledge of Calgary and surrounding area.
Selfmotivated and able to complete tasks with mínimal supervision.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people.
Strong work ethic with demonstrated dedication and reliability.
Strong problem solving and decision making capabilities.
Must be able to work as a member of a greater team.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Must be available to work long hours including evenings and weekends during the work season April to December.
Must be able to work in extreme heat up to and could exceed 64 Celsius.
Must have CSAapproved safety boots.

Education:

Safety courses will be required upon hiring.
Additional education or work experience is considered an asset.

Location: 64 Technology Way, Calgary AB. T3S 0B9

North Star Contracting is an equal opportunity employer and values the commitment of providing a good culture and fostering a team work-ethic to our employees.

The safety and professionalism of our people are at the forefront of our business strategy and we are committed to providing the tools to help our people grow.

*wage is based on experience

Job Types:
Full-time, Seasonal

Pay:
From $40.00 per hour

Benefits: