Civil Foreman/Forewoman

Golderado Contracting Corp•Calgary, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Golderado, the work we do is built by the people on our sites every day. We're looking for skilled, hardworking tradespeople who take pride in their craft, look out for their crew, and want to go home safe at the end of every shift. We're committed to providing a safe, respectful, and productive work environment where skilled tradespeople can do their best work every day. Our teams take pride in quality craftsmanship, collaboration, and getting the job done right. We invest in training, development, and the right tools to help our people grow their skills and advance their careers, while supporting work-life balance along the way. At Golderado, your hard work is valued, your safety comes first, and challenging work leads to real opportunities and long-term rewards.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of experience in equipment required.
A heavy equipment operator certificate required.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in civil construction in a supervisory role or equivalent in is required.
A valid driver's license with an insurable driver's abstract is required and must be obtained no more than 30 days prior to employment start date.
CSTS 2020 or SCOT and WHMIS 2015 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.
Leadership for Safety Excellence. (LSE Proficiency level certified)
A reliable means of transportation is required.
Proficient English language skills required.

Responsibilities

Work with Superintendents, Project Managers, and sub-contractors to increase safety awareness and improve safety practices.
Contribute to creating and execute safety plan.
Implement excavating and backfilling execution plans.
Responsible for safety on site.
Lead and assist in weekly safety meetings on sites.
Lead and participate in toolbox meetings.
Assist in investigation and reporting of incidents.
Supervise workers and coach them to higher safety culture and productivity.
Knowledgeable on operating heavy equipment, cleaning and lubricate equipment, and refill equipment tanks.
Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment, secure special attachments to equipment.
Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment, perform minor repairs to equipment.
Fine grading and finishing, sloping and banking, backfilling, ditching, excavating.
Ensure that all quality documents are being signed off.
Receive and sign permits for work inside live operating plants.
Coordinate survey crews and interpret grade stakes.
Support the "As-Built" function.