Do you want to be a part of a close-knit, family-run organization where management appreciates and recognizes your hard work and values your input? If you are ready for a financially rewarding yet challenging position that promotes personal and professional growth, keep reading! Pagnotta Inc. is a mid-sized, full-service provider of concrete, construction and tower crane and hoist services with job sites located throughout Western Canada. We are dedicated to providing value-added construction services to our customers by creating a successful partnership with them throughout the construction process. To learn more, visit www.pagnotta.ca or click here to view a short video about our company culture and values. We are currently recruiting a Construction Foreman/Forewoman to assist our Construction division with fast-paced, challenging general contracting projects (multi-storey, mixed-use, commercial and institutional) that are shaping the Edmonton Skyline! The Foreman will report to the Site Superintendent. Wage
$37.00 - $40.00 per hour depending on experience, negotiable
$30 bi-weekly cell allowance
Benefits
Employer-paid health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
Life insurance
Travel insurance
RRSP matching up to 4% of regular earnings
Year-round, full-time work
Opportunities for advancement - wage increases and promotions regularly extended to those who take initiative, work hard, and take pride in producing quality work
Duties/Responsibilities
Read drawings and accurately interpret and complete calculations
Planning and sequencing of tasks and methods
Operate laser level confidently and complete basic layout tasks/checks
Leveling, squaring, ensuring plumb, stability and strength of structures
Familiar with framing and building envelope systems
Work accurately and economically
Follow carpenter trade guidelines and regulations including provincial building codes
Clearly communicate with superintendents, foremen, lead hands and team members
Plan and build temporary hoardings
Assist with planning, sequencing, and scheduling work among subtrades
QC/QA checks and subtrade supervision
Material take-offs and ordering/receiving materials
Coordinate tasks according to priorities and plans
Produce schedules and monitor attendance of crew
Allocate general and daily responsibilities
Supervise and train workers and tradespeople
Ensure manpower and resources are adequate
Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are
Resolve problems when they arise
Report on progress to managers
Assist and mentor staff
Complete time sheets
Working Conditions
Long term, steady, year-round work
Overtime for those who want it
Two paid 15 minutes breaks and one ½ hour unpaid lunch break per day
Working at heights
Competencies
Ability to work well in a team and independently
Positive attitude towards safety
Punctual and reliable
Self-motivated
Willing to learn
Manual dexterity, mechanically inclined, physically fit
Proven experience as construction foreman
In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, and OH&S guidelines
Ability to read drawings, plans and blueprints
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Ability to communicate and report effectively
Aptitude in math
Problem-solving abilities
Familiarity with safe work procedures, safety regulations, valid first aid ticket an asset
Computer skills (excel, word, outlook) considered an asset
Requirements
High-rise construction experience would be considered an asset
Fall Protection ticket considered an asset (we can provide)
WHMIS 2015 required (we can provide)
Journeyman trade ticket considered an asset (electrician, carpenter, etc.)
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