Base Foreman

Job summary

The Base Foreman oversees daily site operations, including coordinating crews, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress to ensure work is completed safely and to specification. They are responsible for supervising heavy equipment usage, reviewing project plans, and ensuring base preparation and compaction meet quality standards.

Job details

Company Description Ruby Rock Group is Calgary’s premier civil infrastructure contractor, delivering major roadworks and infrastructure projects throughout the city and across Central and Southern Alberta. With over 30 years of experience, the company specializes in full-scope road construction, earthworks, concrete, and asphalt paving. Supported by an industry-leading equipment fleet, a mobile asphalt plant, and advanced construction technology, Ruby Rock Group can execute projects ranging from small rehabilitation work to large municipal infrastructure. The organization’s reputation for quality, reliability, and excellence is rooted in its people and strong team culture. Head office is located in Airdrie, AB, serving the Greater Calgary region and surrounding areas. Role Description The Base Foreman is a full-time, on-site role located in the Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area, responsible for leading base construction activities on civil infrastructure and roadwork projects. This role oversees daily site operations, including coordinating crews, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and to specification. The Base Foreman organizes and supervises the use of heavy equipment and tools, reviews drawings and project plans, and ensures base preparation, grading, and compaction meet quality standards. The role includes conducting site inspections, identifying and resolving issues, communicating with project managers and subcontractors, and maintaining accurate records of labor, materials, and equipment usage. The Base Foreman also supports training, performance feedback, and a safety-focused culture, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Qualifications Strong supervisory skills, including crew leadership, task coordination, and on-site decision-making. Hands-on experience with heavy equipment commonly used in base construction, grading, and roadworks. Effective communication skills for coordinating with team members, site leadership, and subcontractors. Practical carpentry skills for construction-related tasks such as formwork and basic structural work. Maintenance skills to support basic inspection and upkeep of tools, equipment, and work areas. Previous experience as a Foreman or Lead Hand in civil construction, roadbuilding, or related fields. Solid understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and quality control standards. Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and familiarity with applicable safety regulations. Valid driver’s license and ability to work on-site in varying weather and field conditions. High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training or certifications in construction or equipment operation are an asset.

What you’ll do

The Base Foreman oversees daily site operations, including coordinating crews, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress to ensure work is completed safely and to specification. They are responsible for supervising heavy equipment usage, reviewing project plans, and ensuring base preparation and compaction meet quality standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have previous experience as a Foreman or Lead Hand in civil construction or roadbuilding, along with strong supervisory and hands-on heavy equipment skills. A valid driver's license and the ability to work on-site in varying weather conditions are required.

Listed skills

• Heavy equipment operation · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Crew Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Crew leadership
• Task coordination
• Heavy equipment operation
• Base construction
• Grading
• Roadworks
• Carpentry
• Formwork
• Structural work
• Equipment maintenance
• Construction drawings
• Quality control
• Safety compliance
• Site inspection
• Project planning

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing