Grade Foreperson Job Surrey area,BC Canada,Construction

BA Blacktop Ltd. is currently seeking a team-oriented, self-motivated and dedicated individual to join our Operations Team as a Grade Foreperson in the Fraser Valley Area
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JOB PURPOSE

The Grade Foreperson is the first in command under the supervision of the Superintendent and oversees the execution of work on the job site.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Site Operation

Ensure work order and all necessary information is provided prior to commencing work

Review work orders and fully understand the scope of work and timelines

Review project requirements (quantities, cost codes, production rate, drawings …) with Superintendent

Perform or verify project survey/layout as necessary

Monitor material quantities and production rates on a continuous basis

Capable of constructing curb & gutter, sidewalk, CB / MH installation/adjustment, grading operations, cut/fill slopes, excavations, retaining walls, etc.

Reinforce the disciplinary program

Oversight and review minimize costs and optimize efficiency

Coordinate/Schedule Onsite Work

Inform all workers on site of the schedule

Lead/organize/give specific instructions to the crew on a daily basis, as tasks may vary day to day on a job site. Organize what is needed for the work site, such as trucks, equipment, materials, and sub-contractors (flaggers, surveyors, utility subcontractors,…) quality requirements are met

Supervise all aspects of the daily and weekly operations

Monitor work progress and ensure scheduled deadlines are met

Quality of Work

Ensure quality requirements are met

Address/Correct all deficiencies as early as possible. Communicate all deficiencies with Superintendent

Report deficiencies through the NCR process

Training and Development

Monitor, train and develop crew members

Ensure new/young workers are trained prior to complete the New Worker Program

Equipment Management

Provide all necessary material/equipment to operators to perform daily equipment maintenance

Ensure equipment operators perform daily maintenance, fueling, greasing, fluid level checks, and overall condition checks of equipment on a daily basis

Ensure operators complete detailed DFERS on a daily basis/Ensure vehicle drivers complete detailed Pre-trips on a daily basis

Communicate equipment issues and breakdowns with the equipment department

Reporting and Record Keeping

Complete Daily Quantity Reports and Extra Work Orders on a daily basis

Prepare and submit accurate Papyrus timesheets on a daily basis

Keep daily notes of work site activities, conversations, issues, and specific instructions in a diary

Site Safety

Maintain safety and liability awareness at all times.

Lead daily work plans with crews

Conduct detailed monthly site safety inspections.

Ensure all crew members wear and maintain PPE as required

Follow safety procedures per company OH&S manual and WorkSafeBC Regulations

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Qualifications

Heavy a strong and growing knowledge of utilities/construction activities and processes

Have a strong and growing knowledge of specifications (MoTI, MMCD, local government specifications)

Ability to read and interpret site plans/blueprints and look up specifications from MoTI / MMCD

Ability to organize all field aspects needed on-site to begin and complete a job

Possess general computer skills

Ability to measure and calculate length, surface, volumes, and quantities

Ability to perform field project layout from drawings and cut sheets

Ability to use a laser level, calculate elevations, and layout elevations

Have a working knowledge of all the equipment on site

Excellent leadership and communication skills

Strong communication skills with clients and the public

A desire to learn and teach; a passion to excel and to strive to get the most out of employeesWHMIS

Occupational First aid Level 1

Traffic Control Person Training

Confined Space Entry and Rescue

Grader Operation (for Foreperson/Grader Operator)

Papyrus Training and Intelex Training

Desirable Qualifications

Site Plan Reading Course (BCIT)

Survey Course (Union/BCIT)

Public Works Course (BCIT)

Construction Management Courses

Occupational First aid Level 2

Confined Space Entry and Rescue (May be mandatory on some projects)

Fall Protection (May be mandatory on some…


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