Job Description

Subsidiary: Colas Western Canada Inc.Standard General Edmonton
250 Carleton Drive
St. Albert, AB T8N 6W2Job SummaryThe Foreperson is responsible for the scheduling and coordinating of employees and resources in order to execute the schedule as outlined by the Superintendent and Project Manager(s).Main ResponsibilitiesThe Foreperson is responsible for a variety of functions, including but not limited to:
Safety:

• Positively participate in and educate others on Goal Zero and CI team initiatives.
• Daily PSCs and weekly tailgate talks.
• Safety incident, damaged equipment, & near miss reports submitted.
• Incident investigation & corrective action creation and enforcement.
• Initiate incident investigations and follow-up corrective actions.
• Fatigue management (shift start & end times).
• Organizing applicable site orientations.
• NSC pre- & post-trip documentation.

Human Resources:

• Hiring, promotions, and raises of field personnel.
• Employee relations - coaching, disciplinary, & termination conversations.
• Crew level vacation tracking.
• Complete time cards & personnel scheduling.

Paving Execution:

• Equipment moves and repair requests.
• Coordinate with plants for asphalt ordering, safemarking, and placing a final order.
• Submitting quantities & asphalt ticket organizing.
• Tracking material yield.
• Tack truck dispatching.
• Fleetwatcher shift set-up and tickets for equipment.
• Following city compliance specs (and communication to the city).
• Daily productivities - meeting the construction schedule.
• Check drawings.
• Field sampling for quality control.
• Intelligent compaction practices.

Competencies

• Lead teams in multiple locations
• Proficient & professional communicator
• Navigate iPad, iPhone & mobile apps
• Problem-solving skills
• Meet deadlines: plan & organize
• Attention to detail

Knowledge & Certifications

• 5 years of paving experience
• City of Edmonton road specifications
• Blueprint reading & comprehension
• English language: intermediate comprehension - written & verbal
• Valid Class 5 driver\'s licence
• First Aid
• WHMIS & RSTS

Working Conditions

• Shift hours up to 16 hours.
• Weekends and nights required.
• Outdoors, inclement weather.
• Working in & around live traffic.
• Physical demands: shoveling, heavy lifting, crouching, on feet for long hours.
• Exposures: noise, dust, fumes, and other Workplace Hazardous Materials
• Comply with Company D&A policy

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.Standard General is looking for committed, hardworking and enthusiastic individuals; we offer professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, and comprehensive benefits packages. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.Standard General EdmontonOpen the Way to Stronger Communities

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