Civil Construction Foremen - Edmonton, Canada - Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc

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Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc.

(Wilco) is one of four individually owned and operated companies which comprise the Whimase Group of Companies established over the last four decades.

Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc.

is dedicated to providing long-term quality work with a team that has over 100 years of combined practice in the field of open space site development.


With a focus on safety, and fostering a "one team spirit", we are looking to add
Civil Construction and General Construction Foremen to our team for the upcoming season and beyond.

This position offers competitive wages, opportunities for career development and growth, exposure to new construction methods and technology, providing opportunities to make a significant impact and contribute ideas from design through to job completion.

We are looking for dynamic and experienced Foremen to join our team immediately:

  • Grading/Earthworks (Civil)
  • Underground Water & Sewer (Civil)
  • Hardscape
  • Base


From earth moving to shrub planting Wilco does everything in between and with decades of experience we confidently offer services including park construction, sport facilities as well as environmental, landscape and civil earthworks.

Wilco is a leader in delivering complex projects to its clients.


Key Duties & Responsibilities

FOREMAN:


  • Being handson in field construction directly involved in all aspects of project construction including planning, construction, quantity verification, and safety.
  • Communicating to the project Superintendent upcoming needs for the project including materials, manpower and equipment.
  • Coordinate daily tasks according to priorities and plans.
  • Supervise the use of machinery and equipment.
  • Ensures that all work is being done safely and in an efficient manner that maintains Wilco's excellent quality.
  • Ensure subcontractors compliance with specifications and timelines for their scope of work.
  • Responsible for training staff according to Wilco procedures and safe work practices.
  • Maintain effective labor relations through compliance with company policies, labor agreements, resolution of employee grievances and fair treatment of employees.

Requirements:


  • Proven experience as a construction foreman, civil preferred.
  • Must possess strong leadership/mentorship and interpersonal skills
  • Solid understanding of equipment operation.
  • Strong numeracy skills, record keeping and technology usage.
  • Ability to read and execute plans, read grade stakes and use laser level.
  • Ability to meet deadlines under pressure in a fastpaced environment.
  • Have advanced knowledge of the fundamental principals of landscaping including grading, planting and hardscape.
  • Promote a positive team culture across all departments and job sites with a focus on safety first and continuous improvement.
  • Valid drivers license.

Benefits

  • Competitive wages with overtime pay.
  • Reliable hours and job stability.
  • Incredible work environment and team atmosphere.
  • Training & Development. _Interested a in course? Tell us about it we would love to know_
  • Corporate Referral Program


  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Counseling
  • Company PPE

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