Construction Foreman/woman

at  CANTRAFFIC SERVICES LTD

Can-Traffic is seeking a dedicated and experienced Construction Foreman to oversee Traffic Signal and Street Lighting construction projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing on-site operations, ensuring quality control, and leading a team of skilled workers for intown and out of town projects. The Foreman is responsible for ensuring Can-Traffic is profitable and reaching its annual financial targets while continually promoting and enhancing the operations of Can-Traffic and strategizing ways in which the Company can expand.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Ability to be adaptable, manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of various construction disciplines, safety regulations, scheduling, cost control, quality control and engineering drawings
• Ability to identify potential risks, determine root cause, develop actionable solutions to meet project milestones and budget requirements.
• Experience in developing and mentoring teams.
• Demonstrated organization skills.
• Analysis, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to perform physical labour as part of the job duties
• Ability to work in inclement weather conditions
• Ability to workdays/nights/weekends or out of town if necessary

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

• Combination of work experience and/or technical training in an industry-related trade certification/education program with 5 years related construction experience in a supervisory capacity.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Experience:

• construction: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

• Coordinate, schedule and sequence site work in a manner that is consistent with requirements of each project and proactively look for roadblocks and ways to accelerate progress.
• Consistently collaborates with superintendent, construction foreman and project team. Advises of potential problems, work interferences, schedule difficulties, etc.
• Review project drawings and specifications for constructability and quality goals and seek clarifications when necessary.
• Travel between job sites to follow-up and ensure that project timelines are maintained according to client expectations.
• Maintain daily construction records and logs
• Work with the project coordinators and scheduler to define constraints and priorities for each week.
• Drive progress to meet or improve project milestones and performance.
• Track subcontractor productivity and quality and provide suggestions for improvement and/or contract notices when appropriate.
• Ensure accurate and detailed billing is completed in a timely manner.
• Assisting in the investigation of any incidents or complaints and preparation of reports
• Motivate, lead and work with various team players, including the client, consultants, inspectors, and subcontractors, trades people, field employees, suppliers, and all fellow employees.