General Foreperson Local 56

Modern Niagara•Halifax, NS

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This is your chance to lead the piping teams on a state-of-the-art healthcare facility and play a key leadership role on a high-profile, legacy project. Modern Niagara is looking for talented Piping General Forepeople to join their team in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for the Queen Elizabeth II Hospital Redevelopment project, where Modern Niagara has been awarded the mechanical design-build subcontract.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience as a Piping Metal General Foreperson or equivalent leadership role
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Proven ability to plan, schedule, and drive project execution
Highly skilled at reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications
A customer-first mindset, with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Experience in commercial, institutional, and healthcare construction projects
Experience managing piping materials, tools and equipment

Nice To Haves

Local 56 membership — if you’re not currently a member, we can assist with the process
Knowledge of IPC in Health Care Facilities

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily activities of piping crews to ensure work is completed safely, on time and to quality standards
Monitor piping material usage and inventory, ensuring timely delivery and proper handling of components
Conduct regular site inspections to verify project timelines, safety and installation standards
Collaborate with project managers, design and other trades to resolve technical issues and maintain workflow
Train and monitor team members
Prepare and maintain accurate progress reports and flag any issues impacting schedules and/or budgets