Base/Grading Foreman

Golderado Contracting Corp

12d•Onsite

About The Position

At Golderado, we're constantly pushing the limits of what we've done in the past - propelling ourselves toward bigger and better opportunities, while exploring new market sectors and services. So, it only seems natural that we'd hire people who have their own voice and aren't afraid to use it. These are people who are simultaneously critical, creative and captivated by construction. They make our business their business and follow a path that with continuous learning and an innovative spirit leads them to be recognized as leaders in the industry. We hire these types of people knowing they are as diverse as we are, and they come on board because they share our core values. Then we simply give them the freedom to take their career (and Golderado) further. The Base Foreman/woman directs and manages all on-site construction workers, subcontractors and equipment, enforcing the company's direction, policies, procedures and safety standards, while meeting construction deadlines. The construction work is varied including all facets of small civil jobs to large municipal and highway projects.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years' related paving experience.
A heavy equipment operator certificate required.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in a supervisory role or equivalent is required.
Proficient in use of all equipment and tools related to asphalt paving.
Experience using grade control on paving equipment.
A valid driver's license is required.
A driver's abstract is required and must be obtained no more than 30 days prior to employment start date.
A CSTS 2020) or SCOT required.
You have the ability to quickly identify problem situations, evaluate alternative causes and produce workable solutions and work positively within a team to achieve a common goal.
You have experience in road construction, civil, earthworks and/or water and sewer.
Support the "As-Built" function.
Leadership for Safety Excellence. (LSE Proficiency level certified)
Proficient English language skills required.
Reliable means of transportation required.
Time management skills.
Accuracy.
Confidentiality.
Customer service.
Multitasking and prioritizing.
Analytical skills.
Organization.
Ethics and integrity.
Completion of high school or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

Operating variety of base equipment (such as grader, roller & skid steer) and performing labour duties
Work with Superintendents, Project Managers, and sub-contractors to increase safety awareness and improve safety practices.
Organize and coordinate the daily activities of all crew members, subcontractors, and equipment.
Represent the company professionally in the community and maintain ongoing good business relationship with customer base and suppliers.
Read and interpret project plans and specifications.
Review and adhere to construction schedules, ensuring milestones and completion dates are met.
Promote, execute, and adhere to the company's safety program, and encourage all employees, sub-contractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture, and an integral component of regular duties.
Administer and submit daily reporting.
Train and promote the development of crew members.
Work with the Human Resources Department on matters of employee performance and discipline, when required.
Must ensure a solid understanding of, and comply with, the principles of the company's Code of Ethics.
Maintain positive company image.
Other duties as required.