Paving Foreperson

Job summary

Lead daily paving operations and direct crews while coordinating schedules, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and communication with the Superintendent and plant operator. Maintain site safety and work quality, develop crew members, manage equipment upkeep, and complete daily reports and timesheets.

Job details

BA Blacktop Ltd. is currently looking for a team-oriented, hands-on, and experienced Paving Foreperson to join our crew in the Fraser Valley. The Paving 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 Site Safety Maintain strong safety and liability awareness Lead daily work plans and weekly Tailgate Safety meetings Conduct Red Alert reviews and monthly site safety inspections Ensure proper use of PPE by all crew members Identify, report, and address Near Misses and hazards as needed Report incidents/accidents promptly and participate in investigations Ensure compliance with OH&S manual and WorkSafeBC regulations Promote safe work practices, considering risks and liabilities Keep sites clean and hazard-free Oversee housekeeping and equipment/vehicle cleanliness and maintenance Coordinate/Schedule Onsite Work Supervise daily and weekly operations Monitor progress and ensure deadlines are met Confirm all necessary work order info is available before starting Review project requirements (quantities, cost codes, production rate, drawings …) with Superintendent Perform or verify project survey/layout as needed Monitor application, quantities, and production to optimize yield and plant orders Reinforce the disciplinary program Communicate schedules to all on-site workers Lead and direct crew daily based on site needs Organize site logistics: trucks, equipment, materials, and subcontractors (flaggers, QC, sweepers, transport…) Maintain regular communication with plant operator Deliver work on time, to quality standards Monitor work to reduce costs and maximize efficiency Quality of Work Monitor mix temperature, rolling patterns, and mat surface appearance Correct deficiencies and report them via NCR process Provide accurate mix quantities to minimize waste 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 daily Ensure operators complete detailed DFERS daily/Ensure vehicle drivers complete detailed Pre-trips daily Communicate equipment issues and breakdowns with the equipment department Reporting and Record Keeping Complete Daily Quantity Reports and Extra Work Orders Prepare and submit accurate Papyrus timesheets daily Maintain daily notes of work site activities, issues, and instructions Qualifications Essential Qualifications Heavy a strong and growing knowledge of paving/construction activities and processes Have a strong and growing knowledge of specifications (MoTI, MMCD, local government specifications) 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 Have a working knowledge of all the equipment on site Have a strong knowledge of the electronic system 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 employees WHMIS Occupational First aid Level 1 Traffic Control Person Training Papyrus Training Intelex Training Screed / Paver Operation Desirable Qualifications Site Plan Reading Course (BCIT) Public Works Course (BCIT) Construction Management Courses Occupational First aid Level 2 Wirtgen / Cat Equipment Training Heavy Duty Trailer Endorsement Training Pay: From $45.50 per hour Location: Project Sites Across the Fraser Valley

What you’ll do

Lead daily paving operations and direct crews while coordinating schedules, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and communication with the Superintendent and plant operator. Maintain site safety and work quality, develop crew members, manage equipment upkeep, and complete daily reports and timesheets.

Requirements

Candidates need strong or developing knowledge of paving and construction processes, applicable specifications, on-site job organization, equipment, electronic systems, and basic computer use and measurement. The role also calls for leadership and communication skills, a willingness to learn and teach, and listed training in WHMIS, first aid, traffic control, Papyrus, Intelex, and screed or paver operation.

Listed skills

• Project Coordination · Preferred
• Construction Site Supervision · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Crew Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Paving Operations
• Construction Site Supervision
• Safety Management
• Crew Leadership
• Work Scheduling
• Project Coordination
• Quality Control
• Equipment Management
• Production Monitoring
• Quantity Measurement
• Specification Compliance
• Site Plan Reading
• Communication
• Training and Development
• Daily Reporting
• Papyrus Timesheets

Job areas

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Trades
• Security & Safety

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