Construction Foreman Carpenter

Coquitlam Ridge Constructors part of BA Blacktop Group of Companies is currently seeking a team-oriented, self-motivated and dedicated individual to join our Operations Team as a Carpenter Foreperson.

Reporting to the Superintendent, successful Carpenter foreperson are trade-qualified, craftspeople with extensive skills and experience in the field of carpentry and bridge-related construction activities who are responsible for overseeing all aspects of carpentry projects.

Planning and Scheduling

Understand and implement the project work plan in order to meet, or improve upon, the budget and schedule

Identify and verify that all tools and materials required by the crew are available in advance of task performance

Review, track, and report production results to the Superintendent daily

Resolve and report to the Superintendent any tasking/scheduling conflicts with other crews or contractors

Accountable for the production goals established for their tasks, including daily management of site-level documentation and timesheets

Responsible for continual coordination with other foreperson and their crews on the job site

Monitor, recognize, address, and resolve any interpersonal issues amongst the crew

Proactively take actions to reinforce team building for, and development of, all workers

Properly apply project procedures, worksite policies, and collective agreement(s)

Quality Control

Actively involved in the implementation of site-level Health, Safety, and Environmental Protection Planning

Prior to commencing a task, become familiar with the Work Plan, supporting documentation, and Quality Documents

Monitor daily the execution of the work for quality of workmanship, ensuring that all specifications are adhered to

Participation in the Quality Management System, including inspections and survey layout

Schedule day-to-day site-level operations

Establish and maintain site files and documentation

Request copy of written directives for any client-initiated Extra Work Orders (EWO)

Familiarity with fundamental components of site-level construction drawings, specifications, and documents

Working understanding of the scope of trades related to bridge construction

Minimum 5 Years Of Carpentry Experience

Minimum 3 years of Foreperson Experience

Experience in Heavy Engineering Construction and bridge-related works

Carpentry Trade Qualification (or demonstrated equivalent experience)

Level 1 occupational First Aid Certificate

Rigging Certificate

Valid Class 5 Drivers License

Demonstrated skills in the areas of carpentry, leadership, site-level communication, problem-solving, and planning

Demonstrated skills in software typical of the position in the industry (Digital timesheets, email, instant messaging)

Comfortable working in a physically demanding, outdoor, all-weather working environment, frequently at heights

Personal hand tools and equipment

Advanced site layout with GPS/LN100

This is a BC Building Trade Union position and will require membership CMAW (Carpenters Union).

This position requires frequent travel between locations as project sites change annually.

Pay: From $41.95 per hour