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Carpenter Foreperson

Job in Surrey, BC, Canada
Listing for: BA Blacktop
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Construction Labor / Trades, Carpentry, Building & Residential Construction, Construction Manager/ Foreman
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 41.95 CAD Hourly CAD 41.95 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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
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JOB PURPOSE

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.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning and Scheduling

  • Understand and implement the project work plan in order 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 their tasks, including daily management of site-level documentation and timesheets
  • Employee Relations

  • 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
  • Report to the Superintendent any potentially controversial or questionable matters
  • Proactively take actions to reinforce team building for, 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 towards employee development through participation in company-sanctioned events, initiatives, and opportunities
  • 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
  • Inspect completed work, report any variance to the Superintendent, and upon receiving instructions for remediation initiate timely corrective action
  • Participation in the Quality Management System, including inspections and survey layout
  • Administration

  • 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)
  • QUALIFICATIONS

    Essential Qualifications

    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 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

    Desirable Qualifications

  • Advanced site layout with GPS/LN100
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Ground Disturbance
  • Heavy Trailer Endorsement
  • ADDITIONAL COMMENTS ON THE ROLE

    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

    Entité

    BA Blacktop, qui fait partie de VINCI Construction Canada, a été fondée dans la province de la Colombie-Britannique en 1956. Nous sommes devenus un important entrepreneur général et concepteur-constructeur, avec un groupe d'entreprises innovantes et multidisciplinaires offrant des services spécialisés de pavage, de béton, de fraisage, de récupération et de recyclage, ainsi que la construction de ponts à travées multiples et des solutions novatrices en matière de structures en béton à des clients de l'ensemble de la Colombie-Britannique.

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