EARTHWORKS FOREMAN / FOREWOMAN - Jobs in Gibbons, AB

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EARTHWORKS FOREMAN / FOREWOMAN (Day Shift / Night Shift)We are looking for competent and experienced Earthworks Foreman / Forewoman to work on an earthworks project near Gibbons, AB. No camp / no LOA.We offer competitive wages, paid overtime, health & dental benefits, bonus and a familial work environment with great crews as well as other compensation incentives!RESPONSIBILITIESTo provide some idea of the tasks you may be performing, a list of responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Read and understand drawings, and complete earthworks scopes as per project specifications;
• Executing field projects according to instructions provided by the client, project manager and the field supervisor;
• Promote, lead and execute a Safety-First culture for all workers in compliance with the company’s Health and Safety Program and OH&S legislation;
• Ensure completion of all site documentation and engagement in safe work plan development, hazard assessments, FLHAs and inspections;
• Provide guidance to team members by leading safety meetings and inspections;
• Track and report project, quality control, personnel / resource requirements and HSE to the Project Manager;
• Manage site specific orientations and worker competencies;
• Accountable for corrective actions related to HSE and Quality management;
• Drive quality, efficiency and productivity of work crews;
• Delegate work scopes and monitor the work performance, working with the crews to overcome challenges;
• Follow project plans and budget in collaboration with the superintendent and Project Manager to ensure production goals are met;
• Translate drawings, specifications and work requirements into a work schedule, prioritization of the work, effectively redirecting crews and equipment to assigned tasks and minimize downtime on site;
• Record and report of violations or disciplinary actions;
• Responsible for time tracking and approving field time daily;
• Submission of requisitions for materials, equipment and personnel needs;
• Review to ensure accuracy of job codes with the Project Manager;
• Responsible for ensuring permits are valid;
• Other civil scope tasks as needed.

REQUIREMENTSRequirements and qualifications for this position are a combination of skills and attitude:

• 3+ years earthworks experience;
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a supervisory position in the construction industry;
• Familiar with project specific safety and management;
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and locates;
• Knowledge of Alberta OH&S legislation;
• Excellent time management and organizational skills;
• Exceptional ability to multitask in a dynamic and fast-paced environment;
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills;
• Proven ability to mentor and train direct reports;
• Proficient computer skills in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.);
• Safety conscious;
• High level of expectation from crews when maintaining equipment;
• Good judgement and problem-solving capacity;
• Ability to think and react to changing conditions quickly;
• Assertive and able to provide valuable constructive feedback to direct reports;
• A valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean abstract (required);

SAFETY CERTIFICATES REQUIRED

• Leadership for Safety Excellence (LSE) (required)
• Ground Disturbance Level 2 / Supervisory training (required)
• Standard First Aid (required)
• CSTS 2020 training (required)

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