Carpenter Foreperson

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 forepersons are trade‑qualified craftspeople with extensive skills and experience in carpentry and bridge‑related construction activities, responsible for overseeing all aspects of carpentry projects.

• Understand and implement the project work plan to meet, or improve upon, the budget and schedule.
• Translate the detailed task requirements into a prioritized plan for individual assignments and accountabilities.
• Identify and verify that all tools and materials required by the crew are available in advance of task performance.
• Identify unforeseen needs or deficiencies in the plan/schedule and advise the Superintendent.
• 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 the tasks, including daily management of site-level documentation and timesheets.

• Responsible for continual coordination with other forepersons and their crews on the job site.
• Monitor, recognize, address, and resolve any interpersonal issues among the crew.
• Report to the Superintendent any potentially controversial or questionable matters.
• Proactively take actions to reinforce team building and development of all workers.
• Participate in the company’s Disciplinary Action process consistently and fairly.
• Properly apply project procedures, worksite policies, and collective agreement(s).
• Support the company’s efforts toward employee development through participation in company‑sanctioned events, initiatives, and opportunities.

• 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.
• Inspect completed work, report any variance to the Superintendent, and upon receiving instructions for remediation initiate timely corrective action.
• Participate in the Quality Management System, including inspections and survey layout.

• Schedule day‑to‑day site-level operations.
• Establish and maintain site files and documentation.
• Requisition supplies and equipment required for works.
• Request copy of written directives for any client‑initiated Extra Work Orders (EWO).

• Familiarity with Work Safe BC Regulations that pertain to the corporation’s scope of service(s).
• Familiarity with fundamental components of site‑level construction drawings, specifications, and documents.
• Working understanding of the scope of trades related to bridge construction.
• Working knowledge of applicable Collective Agreements and employment standards.
• 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.
• Fall Protection Certificate.
• Rigging Certificate.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s 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.
• Confined Space Entry.
• Ground Disturbance.
• Heavy Trailer Endorsement.

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.

From $41.95 per hour.

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