Job Description

New City Contracting is looking for a Site Foreman to join our team! The Site Foreman's responsibility includes providing on-site supervision and coordination between different subcontractors, to ensure that required quality standards are met for the building envelope projects and to ensure work is executed towards the on-schedule completion of the project and the project's conditions are safe.

Location: 60 Westridge Dr, Williams Lake, BC V2G 4L6.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the work progress on site by efficiently managing the Coordination of different trades.
• Motivating sub-trades, to complete the work safely, on time, and to an acceptable standard of quality.
• Reporting to Site Superintendent on-site progress, possible delays, and other issues.
• Responsible for installing new electric baseboard heaters and thermostats.
• Responsible for installing an addressable fire alarm system and an automatic door opener.
• Replacing existing emergency lighting battery packs, remote heads, exit signs, and counter receptacles.
• Supply and install new wall sconce lights.
• Responsible for removing and replacing existing interior/exterior light fixtures, parking lot light poles, and fire alarm fixtures.
• Provide power supply to all electrical equipment provided by mechanical scope.
• Troubleshooting common issues that may arise on site.
• Maintaining a good working relationship with the team, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Other duties that may be assigned.

Requirements:

• Must have 5+ years of experience as a Site Foreman.
• First aid level 1 or 2 is preferred but not a requirement.
• Must be handy with tools and must know how to run a crew.
• Experience in Building and Envelop Maintenance Projects is a definite advantage.
• Managing new construction projects is an added asset.
• Proven trade experience (carpentry, drywall, painting, etc.).
• Supervisory experience and ability to manage a construction site crew.
• Ability to interpret construction documents, including drawings, plans, and schedules.
• Commitment to the job site safety and project quality.
• Understanding of construction procedures, equipment, and Safety Guidelines.
• Excellent organizational and execution skills.
• Experience using construction machinery is an asset.

Benefits.
We offer world-class health benefits, a competitive salary package, salary based on performance, a registered retirement savings program, additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day, a stable work-life balance, a positive and fun corporate culture, and Right Directions Employee Assistance Program, and many more.

New City Contracting strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, New City Contracting will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout employment.

About New City Contracting Ltd.:

Over 20 years ago, Edward Buset — New City’s founder and president — saw that the Lower Mainland was missing something: a resource for property managers, homeowner associations (HOAs), engineers, and other professionals involved in the building renewal business. Edward envisioned this resource that will work on new builds or maintain existing buildings, one that will develop cost-effective plans for the renewal of all types of buildings in our area’s unique climate. From this vision rose today’s New City, one of Vancouver’s leading general contractors. With over two decades of experience, New City is staffed with an amazing group of professionals, engineers, project managers, and people from different trades that delivers reliable and cost-effective solutions to a wide range of building renewal challenges on both new and existing buildings. We know what needs to be done, when it needs to be done, and how to get it done — in the most beneficial way for the building. Whether its envelope renewal, deep renovation, concrete restoration, or other building envelope management concerns, New City has the expertise and resources to handle the largest and most complex work smoothly and efficiently. Today, New City Contracting is a trusted leader in envelope renewal for commercial and residential projects. New City is an expert in the investigation, analysis, and repair of building envelopes — for all material types and vintages. Our extensive building renewal services include: Building Envelope RenewalExterior and Interior PaintingRoof Renewal and ReplacementTenant ImprovementWaterproofingExterior and Industrial CleaningEnvironmental AbatementConcrete Restoration