Construction Foreman Jobs in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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About the role
Company Description
We are Chandos We exist to build a better world. We are 100 per cent employee-owned, and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do. Every employee has a financial stake in the company’s performance. When the company thrives, you benefit directly. When everyone is invested—literally—it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support. We look for team members who are gritty, accountable, and driven — with a mindset rooted in initiative and purpose.
Job Description
The General Foreman aids the Superintendent in managing all field and site-specific construction activities, including budget, schedule, performance, subtrades, and profitability of commercial construction projects. This person must be able to communicate effectively with the Superintendent, Project Manager and other field staff. The General Foreman is responsible for helping to provide direction and lead Chandos staff in the field. Assist the Superintendent in providing leadership and direction for all project activities and tasks, ensuring project outcomes are delivered successfully and in compliance with all contracts and client needs Assist the Superintendent to identify and generate requests for information Assist the Superintendent in planning, organizing and managing all site construction manpower and materials, including site layout and setup Assist the Superintendent with completion of required documentation, including: superintendent’s daily log, safety documentation, timesheets, invoices, labour quantities, packing slips, purchase orders, and site photos Assist the Superintendent to monitor productivities throughout the project life cycle for potential opportunities and losses. Make corrections to maximize gains and mitigate against losses Manage subcontractor relationships within assigned projects to maintain timelines and scope of work, and meet contact obligations Maximize landfill waste diversion on all projects, and manage construction sites in a sustainable fashion, continuously minimizing Chandos’ impact on the environment Qualifications Minimum requirements: Journeyman trade certification with Red Seal and/or Technical diploma Gold Seal is considered an asset Leadership training and safety certificates are recommended. Five or more years of commercial construction experience. Good time-management skills. Able to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, field drawings, and plans. An understanding of all construction trades and techniques. Knowledge of local, provincial and federal workplace regulations, ordinances, legislation and building codes. Travel to site and off-site locations is required. May be required to work out of town. Will be working both indoors and outdoors. Will be exposed to potential hazards and conditions of the construction site. As this is a supervisory role, hours of work, and days of work may vary from week to week based upon the business needs Nice to Have Experience with a large general contractor Concrete and formwork experience Valid driver’s licence and clean abstract Travel required, able and willing to work out of town (occasionally inter-provincial) Certifications such as SiteReadyBC, Fall Protection, Elevating Work Platforms, or other site‑related tickets Additional Requirements As part of the recruitment process, selected candidates may be required to complete a pre‑employment physical assessment to confirm ability to perform the essential functions of the role safely.
Additional Information
We are Chandos Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process. We are 100% employee owned. Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be treated equal. We talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure we mean it!
Competitive wages
Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security Recognition and annual salary reviews program Regular company-wide engagement opportunities Vacancy Status We are actively recruiting for this position.
Compensation: CAD 40.00 - CAD 55.00 - hourly
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About Chandos Construction
Chandos is one of North America’s most collaborative and innovative commercial builders. We are 100% employee owned and we are proud to be the first and largest B Corp Certified commercial builder in North America, meaning we put our values at the centre of everything we do. We continuously innovate by championing collaborative construction - leading to more efficiency, cost savings, and a much better working experience for everyone. We are a national technical builder. But most of all we build community. And we pride ourselves on listening to and collaborating with the communities we are building for, going above and beyond what we commit.
We believe in giving everyone a fair shot – which is why we champion the idea of inclusive hiring – a practice that nurtures diverse talent.
We practice social procurement, investing at least 5% of our addressable spend, whether its on construction materials or the coffee for our sites, with businesses that are good for people and the planet.
Over 80% of our work is delivered using collaborative delivery models. In addition to our strength in Construction Management, we are the Canadian leader in Integrated Project Delivery (IPD). Our approach is born out of our simple desire to help others. Our process goes beyond design and construction; it brings value to the communities we serve.
We are Chandos. We Build Better Together.