Chandos

Construction

Foreman

CA$75–105k ~AI est. Edmonton, Alberta, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Foreman at Chandos. Skills: Construction management, Site supervision. Manage field construction activities. Manage site-specific construction activities”

Industry & Context.

Construction
Eligibility Requirements

Interprovincial work may be required

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter certification, Commercial and Civil construction experience, 2 years experience as supervisor, Working in the trade, Knowledge of construction practices, Knowledge of safety protocols, Blueprint reading, Layout, Materials estimation, Competency with hand tools, Competency with power tools, Safe work procedures, WHMIS 2015

Nice to Have

First Aid/CPR

What You'll Do.

Manage field construction activities

Manage site-specific construction activities

Manage project budget

Manage project schedule

Manage project performance

Manage project profitability

Communicate with Superintendent

Communicate with Project Manager

Communicate with field staff

Provide direction for project activities

Provide direction for project tasks

Ensure project outcomes are delivered

Ensure compliance with contracts

Ensure compliance with client needs

Identify requests for information

Generate requests for information

Plan site construction manpower

Organize site construction manpower

Manage site construction manpower

Plan site construction materials

Organize site construction materials

Manage site construction materials

Complete required documentation

Complete superintendent’s daily log

Complete safety documentation

Complete labour quantities

Complete packing slips

Complete purchase orders

Monitor productivities

Make corrections to maximize gains

Mitigate against losses

Manage subcontractor relationships

Maintain project timelines

Maintain scope of work

Meet contract obligations

Maximize landfill waste diversion

Manage construction sites sustainably

Minimize environmental impact

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with Superintendent; Work with Project Manager; Work with field staff; Manage subcontractors

Communication Scope

Effective communication

Process & Methodology

Budget management, Schedule management, Performance management

Full Job Description

We are Chandos We exist to build a better world. We are 100 per cent employee-owned , and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do. Every employee has a financial stake in the company’s performance. When the company thrives, you benefit directly. When everyone is invested—literally—it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support. We look for team members who are gritty , accountable , and driven — with a mindset rooted in initiative and purpose. Interprovincial work may be required The Foreman aids the Superintendent and/or General Foreman in managing all field and site-specific construction activities, including budget, schedule, performance, subtrades, and profitability of commercial construction projects. This person must be able to communicate effectively with the Superintendent, Project Manager and other field staff. The General Foreman is responsible for helping to provide direction and lead Chandos staff in the field. * Assist the Superintendent in providing leadership and direction for all project activities and tasks, ensuring project outcomes are delivered successfully and in compliance with all contracts and client needs * Assist the Superintendent to identify and generate requests for information * Assist the Superintendent in planning, organizing and managing all site construction manpower and materials, including site layout and setup * Assist the Superintendent with completion of required documentation, including: superintendent’s daily log, safety documentation, timesheets, invoices, labour quantities, packing slips, purchase orders, and site photos * Assist the Superintendent to monitor productivities throughout the project life cycle for potential opportunities and losses. Make corrections to maximize gains and mitigate against losses * Manage subcontractor relationships within assigned projects to maintain timelines and scope of work, and meet contact obligatio

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