Construction Foreman

Job summary

Company Description Silkstone Group is a construction services company specializing in excavation, backfilling, driveway and septic installation, and custom lot and land clearing. The team also delivers mulching, retaining wall construction, and landscaping solutions tailored to a wide range of residential and commercial projects. By combining practical field expertise with reliable project execution, Silkstone Group supports clients from initial site preparation through to finished outdoor spaces. The company emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and efficient use of heavy equipment on eve…

Job details

Company Description Silkstone Group is a construction services company specializing in excavation, backfilling, driveway and septic installation, and custom lot and land clearing. The team also delivers mulching, retaining wall construction, and landscaping solutions tailored to a wide range of residential and commercial projects. By combining practical field expertise with reliable project execution, Silkstone Group supports clients from initial site preparation through to finished outdoor spaces. The company emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and efficient use of heavy equipment on every job. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Construction Foreman role based in Hastings, ON. The Construction Foreman oversees daily field operations, including coordinating crews, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress on excavation, backfilling, driveways, lot clearing, retaining walls, and landscaping projects. The role includes reading and interpreting plans, organizing materials and equipment, and ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and to quality standards. The Construction Foreman is responsible for communicating clearly with team members, subcontractors, and site supervisors, and for addressing on-site issues as they arise. This position also requires active participation in hands-on construction work and adherence to all company and regulatory safety procedures. Qualifications Strong practical skills in related construction tasks, with the ability to lead by example on site. Experience operating Heavy Equipment safely and efficiently in excavation, grading, and site preparation activities. Demonstrated ability in Quality Control, including inspecting work, enforcing standards, and resolving construction issues. Effective Communication skills for directing crews, coordinating with contractors, and reporting to management. Basic understanding of Civil Engineering principles as they relate to site layout, drainage, and structural considerations. Proven experience in a foreman or supervisory role on construction or site work projects. Commitment to workplace safety, with knowledge of relevant regulations and best practices. Ability to read construction drawings, plan work sequences, and manage time and resources on multiple tasks. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to Hastings, ON work sites. High school diploma or equivalent; additional trade certifications or technical training are an asset.

What you’ll do

The Construction Foreman oversees daily field operations, coordinating crews and monitoring progress on excavation, landscaping, and site preparation projects. The role involves interpreting plans, managing materials, and ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have proven supervisory experience in construction and proficiency in operating heavy equipment. A high school diploma and a valid driver's license are required, with trade certifications considered an asset.

Listed skills

• Control · Preferred
• Civil · Preferred
• Effective communication · Preferred
• preparation · Preferred
• materials · Preferred
• Execution · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Occupational safety · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Reliable · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Crew Coordination
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Quality Control
• Civil Engineering Principles
• Site Layout
• Drainage Management
• Construction Drawing Interpretation
• Project Scheduling
• Workplace Safety
• Resource Management
• Excavation
• Grading
• Landscaping
• Site Preparation
• Supervisory Leadership
• Communication