The Civil Foreman is a vital position for MacKay Contracting Ltd. to oversee the smooth and efficient operation of the Project crews daily activities, ensuring the highest quality product and service is delivered. This role works closely with the Civil Project Manager to plan work and coordinate the requirements of specified projects to ensure all necessary resources (people, materials, and equipment) are in place each day.

Location & Hours:

This role will be based out of the Cranbrook B.C. headquarters office. The shift schedule is generally Monday through Friday but could vary depending on the needs of the Project and with flexibility for weekends based on client requirements. This position will involve going out to the jobsites, and when not in the field, is to be maintained from the office. There may be occasion(s) where overtime may be required but is not expected to make up a major component of the role.

Responsibilities & Duties:

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  Provide direction to the crews at the beginning of each day and then keep the crews updated and on track with the daily schedule, providing advice and guidance
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  Work with the crew, Superintendent and Project Manager to understand upcoming requirements and communicate with the crew and client where applicable in organizing the daily activities of the job
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  Ensure forward planning in the ordering of materials and setting up sub-contractors for layout, delivery of supplies, density and pressure testing, proof rolls, beam tests, etc.
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  Responsible for communicating job progress, information, and updates to internal departments
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  Ensure pre-locates are performed for all existing utilities that may conflict with job site activities
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  Attend meetings to discuss job production, schedule, conflicts and provide toolbox updates to crews
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  Ensure accurate and daily reporting of timesheets and work orders are provided to head office
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  Organize and complete an inventory of materials at completion of job for removal from site
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  Responsible for training and development of crews
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  Understand and support full compliance with MacKay Contracting HSE requirements and incorporating health, safety & quality into all aspects of planning and executing projects and scope of work

Qualifications & Skills:

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  Must have related construction experience
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  5+ years of experience as a Lead Hand or Foreman with a solid understanding of all aspects of civil works - particularly in underground utilities and road construction
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  Must be able to communicate positively and effectively with a variety of individuals
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  Strong mentoring and leadership skills - ability to coach and train all members of the crew while assisting them with responsibilities
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  Experience with reviewing plans and applying the knowledge to the work
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  Working knowledge of setting up grade control equipment such as rotary lasers, pipe lasers, builder's levels, and transits
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  First aid, confined space, and fall protection training is an asset
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  Flexibility with hours, including weekends if required
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  Must be able to interact with professionalism and courtesy with all clients and members of the public
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  Ability to work outside in all types of weather
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  Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with satisfactory Drivers Abstract