General Foreman Grande Prairie & Area

Company Description

Are you ready to build more than just structures? At  Chandos , we’re building  community, equity, and a better future . We’re not your average construction company—we’re 100% employee owned ,  B Corp certified , and driven by  purpose and values .

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• You become an owner — real stake, real voice

• Competitive wages + annual salary reviews

• Employer-paid benefits : health, dental, vision, EAP, extended mental health and health spending account

• RRSP matching to invest in your future

• Paid education support to help you grow

• Leadership conferences and team events to connect and collaborate

Job Description

The  General Foreman aids the Superintendent in managing all field and site-specific construction activities, including budget, schedule, performance, subtrades, and profitability of commercial construction projects. This person must be able to communicate effectively with the Superintendent, Project Manager and other field staff. The General Foreman is responsible for helping to provide direction and lead Chandos staff in the field.

• Assist the Superintendent in providing leadership and direction for all project activities and tasks, ensuring project outcomes are delivered successfully and in compliance with all contracts and client needs
• Assist the Superintendent to identify and generate requests for information
• Assist the Superintendent in planning, organizing and managing all site construction manpower and materials, including site layout and setup
• Assist the Superintendent with completion of required documentation, including: superintendent’s daily log, safety documentation, timesheets, invoices, labour quantities, packing slips, purchase orders, and site photos
• Assist the Superintendent to monitor productivities throughout the project life cycle for potential opportunities and losses. Make corrections to maximize gains and mitigate against losses
• Manage subcontractor relationships within assigned projects to maintain timelines and scope of work, and meet contact obligations
• Maximize landfill waste diversion on all projects, and manage construction sites in a sustainable fashion, continuously minimizing Chandos’ impact on the environment

Qualifications

• Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter certification
• Commercial and Civil construction experience
• Must have at least 2 years experience as a supervisor
• Travel required
• Able and willing to work out of town

Additional Information

Chandos Construction – Where You’re Not Just an Employee. You’re an Owner.

We stand for  inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and courage . That means you’ll be welcomed for who you are, supported as you grow, and empowered to bring your ideas to the table. Diversity isn’t a buzzword here—it’s a  strength we build on every day.

Must be willing/able to participate in a pre-employment medical.