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Foreperson – Earthworks

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Sep 18, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 3+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Foreperson will supervise a crew of equipment operators and coordinate daily site activities to ensure project goals are met. They are responsible for enforcing safety culture, conducting site hazard assessments, and maintaining accurate production documentation.

Job details

We are looking for experienced Forepersons to join our team for a reclamation and haul road construction project running throughout the winter. Ready to be part of a safety focused team? Join the Ledcor team at Fort McKay AB. The successful candidate will have a strong heavy civil background, hands-on experience operating heavy equipment, and the ability to lead a crew in a safe and productive work environment. Essential Responsibilities: Supervise a crew of equipment operators Assist with planning and coordinating daily site activities Communicate project priorities, work plans, and safety expectations to crew members Promote and enforce Ledcor's safety culture, policies, and procedures Conduct toolbox talks, daily safety meetings, and site hazard assessments Complete daily reports, production tracking, and other required documentation Qualifications: Minimum 3+ years of experience in a supervisory role Must have reclamation experience (dump site setup, soil stripping, windowing and material stockpiling) Must have experience in haul road construction Must have experience operating equipment: haul trucks (777/785) , dozers (D6 to D10) and excavators (20-80T) Leadership training is highly preferred Ground Disturbance 201 certification Must have a good attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to work as part of a team Must successfully complete pre-access drug and alcohol testing Must be available for day / night shifts Work Conditions: 14 days on / 7 days off , working 12 hours per day Camp accommodation provided Travel allowance Charter flights from Edmonton / Calgary Extended Health & Wellness Benefits provided by CLAC Albert Work performed outdoors in varying weather and ground conditions Additional Information Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation. Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America. We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program. Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement. Employment Equity At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply. Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of supervisory experience in heavy civil construction, specifically in reclamation and haul road projects. Proficiency in operating heavy equipment such as haul trucks, dozers, and excavators is mandatory, along with Ground Disturbance 201 certification.