Foreman/Forewoman Civil Construction
Supervise civil construction crews and coordinate with project managers to implement safety plans and execution strategies for excavating and backfilling. Lead safety meetings, operate heavy equipment, and ensure all quality documentation and permits are correctly managed.
- On-site
- Calgary, AB
- Posted Jun 17, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Foreman/Forewoman Civil Construction At Golderado, the work we do is built by the people on our sites every day. We're looking for skilled, hardworking tradespeople who take pride in their craft, look out for their crew, and want to go home safe at the end of every shift. We're committed to providing a safe, respectful, and productive work environment where skilled tradespeople can do their best work every day. Our teams take pride in quality craftsmanship, collaboration, and getting the job done right. We invest in training, development, and the right tools to help our people grow their skills and advance their careers, while supporting work-life balance along the way. At Golderado, your hard work is valued, your safety comes first, and challenging work leads to real opportunities and long-term rewards. *** This position is for our project in Ponoka *** Key Information: Hours: Based on a 44-hour work week; however, overtime is required during the busy season. Must be willing to working evenings and weekends when needed. Hourly rate is dependent on experience. Health benefits, pension plan, RRSP matching, vacation pay offered. Job Description: Work with Superintendents, Project Managers, and sub-contractors to increase safety awareness and improve safety practices. Contribute to creating and execute safety plan. Implement excavating and backfilling execution plans. Responsible for safety on site. Lead and assist in weekly safety meetings on sites. Lead and participate in toolbox meetings. Assist in investigation and reporting of incidents. Supervise workers and coach them to higher safety culture and productivity. Knowledgeable on operating heavy equipment, cleaning and lubricate equipment, and refill equipment tanks. Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment, secure special attachments to equipment. Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment, perform minor repairs to equipment. Fine grading and finishing, sloping and banking, backfilling, ditching, excavating. Ensure that all quality documents are being signed off. Receive and sign permits for work inside live operating plants. Coordinate survey crews and interpret grade stakes. Experience and Certification Requirements: A minimum of 5 years of experience operating equipment is required. A heavy equipment operator certificate required. A minimum of 2 years of experience in a civil construction supervisory role or equivalent is required. A valid driver's license with an insurable driver's abstract is required and must be obtained no more than 30 days prior to employment start date. CSTS 2020 or SCOT and WHMIS 2015 required. You have the ability to quickly identify problem situations, evaluate alternative causes and produce workable solutions and work positively within a team to achieve a common goal. You have experience in road construction, civil, earthworks and/or water and sewer. Support the "As-Built" function. Leadership for Safety Excellence. (LSE Proficiency level certified) A reliable means of transportation is required. Proficient English language skills required. Education: Completion of high school or equivalent is required. Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it! We are an equal opportunity employer. While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted. A successful pre-access drug and Alcohol test may be required depending on the project.
What you’ll do
Supervise civil construction crews and coordinate with project managers to implement safety plans and execution strategies for excavating and backfilling. Lead safety meetings, operate heavy equipment, and ensure all quality documentation and permits are correctly managed.
Requirements
Requires a minimum of 5 years of equipment operation experience and 2 years in a supervisory role, along with a heavy equipment operator certificate. Must possess a valid driver's license, CSTS 2020 or SCOT, WHMIS 2015, and a high school diploma.
Benefits
• Health Benefits • Pension Plan • RRSP Matching • Vacation Pay
Other relevant skills
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- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Civil Construction Supervision
- Safety Planning
- Excavating
- Backfilling
- Fine Grading
- Ditching
- Sloping And Banking
- Incident Reporting
- Team Leadership
- Survey Coordination
- Grade Stake Interpretation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Quality Documentation
- Road Construction
- Water And Sewer Systems
Job areas
- Construction
- Trades
- Management & Leadership
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 5+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
