Skilled Laborer

Skilled Labourer - Construction

Prime Projects Ltd. – Calgary, Alberta
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
Compensation: Hourly
Schedule: Monday to Friday, typically 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

About Prime Projects Ltd.

Prime Projects Ltd. is a Calgary-based general contractor specializing in downtown office build-outs and interior renovations. We are looking for a dependable and versatile Construction Skilled Labourer to support our site teams across various projects in Calgary and the surrounding area.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone who takes pride in their work, understands the importance of a clean and safe construction site, and can complete a range of general and skilled labour tasks with limited supervision.

Position Summary

The Construction Skilled Labourer works directly with Prime Projects' Construction Supervisors and Project Managers to support the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of commercial interior construction projects.

The role includes site preparation, construction cleanup, material handling, protection of finished surfaces, installation work, minor repairs, and general assistance to site supervisors and trades. The successful candidate will be reliable, safety-conscious, professional, and willing to perform a wide variety of tasks as project needs change.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform general site labour and daily construction cleanup.
• Maintain clean, organized, and professional project sites.
• Receive, unload, move, organize, and distribute construction materials and equipment.
• Assist with site setup, temporary protection, dust-control measures, hoarding, and signage
• Protect existing and completed finishes, including flooring, walls, millwork, doors, and fixtures.
• Complete minor demolition and removal work as directed.
• Install wood blocking, backing, and other supports required for millwork, fixtures, accessories, and wall-mounted equipment.
• Assist with the installation, adjustment, and replacement of doors, frames, hardware, shelving, accessories, and miscellaneous building components.
• Complete minor drywall, patching, caulking, touch-up, repair, and deficiency work within the employee's abilities and training.
• Assist subcontractors and site supervisors with material movement, access, protection, and coordination activities.
• Support project turnover by removing temporary protection, addressing deficiencies, and preparing spaces for client occupancy.
• Safely operate hand tools and company-supplied power tools for approved tasks.
• Inspect, clean, secure, and properly maintain tools and equipment assigned to the employee.
• Immediately report damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, incidents, injuries, and near misses.
• Follow Prime Projects' health and safety program, site-specific rules, safe work procedures, and supervisor instructions.
• Use required personal protective equipment and maintain it in good condition.
• Work respectfully and professionally around clients, consultants, subcontractors, building occupants, and members of the public.
• Complete other reasonable construction and site-support duties assigned by a Construction Supervisor or Project Manager.

Qualifications and Skills

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in commercial construction, tenant improvements, renovations, carpentry, or a related skilled labour position.
• Practical knowledge of common construction materials, tools, and work practices.
• Experience safely operating hand tools and basic power tools.
• The ability to accurately measure, mark, cut, fasten, assemble, and install basic construction components.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.
• The ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• A professional attitude, honesty, dependability, and strong work ethic.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively with supervisors, project managers, and subcontractors.
• Good time-management and organizational skills.
• A commitment to maintaining clean, orderly, and safe project sites.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to report to different project locations.
• Valid safety certifications, including CSTS and WHMIS, are considered assets.
• A valid Class 5 driver's licence is considered an asset

Physical Requirements

The successful candidate must be able to safely perform the essential duties of the position, with reasonable accommodation where required. Regular activities may include:

• Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing stairs or ladders.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and moving construction materials and equipment.
• Working in active commercial construction and renovation environments.
• Working around dust, noise, tools, equipment, and changing site conditions.
• Wearing required personal protective equipment for the duration of assigned work.

Hours of Work

This is a full-time hourly position based on a 40-hour work week. The regular schedule is Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., including a 30-minute lunch break between approximately 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Hours may change with reasonable notice to meet project schedules and business requirements. Occasional early starts, evening work, or weekend work may be required depending on project needs.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and demonstrated skills.
• Performance and compensation review upon successful completion of the three-month probationary period.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company health benefits plan after successfully completing the three-month probationary period.
• Alberta general holidays are observed in accordance with applicable employment standards and project requirements.

Conditions of Employment

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Complete Prime Projects Ltd.'s safety orientation before beginning work.
• Follow the company's policies, procedures, safety requirements, and standards of professional conduct.
• Follow all project-specific and client-specific site requirements.
• Perform assigned work safely and advise the company of any limitations that may affect the safe performance of essential job duties so that appropriate accommodations can be considered.
• Accept that duties, policies, procedures, schedules, and project assignments may be reasonably updated as business and operational requirements change.

Work Environment

Work is performed at various commercial construction and renovation sites throughout Calgary and the surrounding area. Site conditions and locations will change depending on active projects.

Prime Projects Ltd. thanks all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Company Description

Prime Projects Ltd. is a project management firm that specializes in developing office and retail interiors. We are more than just a contractor; we are consultants offering a wide variety of specialized services to aid our clients in the most economic, trouble free and expeditious development of their project.

Company DescriptionPrime Projects Ltd. is a project management firm that specializes in developing office and retail interiors. We are more than just a contractor; we are consultants offering a wide variety of specialized services to aid our clients in the most economic, trouble free and expeditious development of their project.