North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd. (NAC) is well known for our expertise in water and wastewater construction across Canada. Our self-performing team of almost 500 skilled professionals and experts in trades and engineering, comprehensively handles projects, from conceptualization to delivery. We also have extensive experience in fields such as civil, structural, process mechanical, building mechanical, electrical and instrumentation work. At NAC, our priority is to maintain the highest level of quality and safety. The depth of our resources is evident in the variety of projects we construct; from water filtration to wastewater treatment; dams to ethanol; we build it all….and more!

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Civil Superintendent, the Civil Foreperson is responsible to lead crews in the daily organization and control of labour, equipment and materials to ensure the delivery of a high standard of HSE, quality and productivity are maintained by the crews.

NAC is currently seeking a full-time Carpenter Journeyperson Lead Hand or Foreperson, initially based at our Dalewood Water Reclamation Facility project in St. Thomas, ON.

Lead Formwork crew of 10 people

Perform hands-on work duties as they relate to the Foreperson’s specific assigned classification

Show up for work every day; ready to work with a positive attitude

Plan, monitor, and maintain proper use of hand tools.

Responsible for the organization & cleanliness of work areas.

Properly plan and monitor material and equipment deliveries so not to impede the progress of the work; complete material/product requisitions for buying purposes

Proper material storage and protection to ensure delivered product is not lost or damaged right up to the point of commissioning and turn-over

Complete regular timesheets for workforce including proper cost coding

Layout formwork

Reinforce inspections

Concrete pours (5 meter height walls)

Knowledgeable and aware of the required quality of installations; direct and monitor quality; report on issues

Identify quality, quantity and scope changes to the Contract and communicate to supervisor

Assist in preparing, monitoring and updating schedules (both CPM and Planning Aids) to ensure dates are met and improved upon. Understand the scope of your work and communicate constructability issues

Lead and give direction for the daily activities of construction employees

Provide coaching and training as required; encourage positive moral

Encourage and promote open communication and trust with the workforce; lead by example in the assigned work. Provide regular direction to your crew

Actively support NAC'S Health, Safety, and Environment policies and procedures as per the roles and responsibilities within the HSE Manual

Trade Certification or equivalent experience, skills. and knowledge

3 years of experience in similar construction, including experience as a lead hand or foreperson.

Experience with Doka shoring and wall panels.

Experience operating Telehandlers & Skidsteers

Ability to read and interpret instructions, drawings, sketches and specifications to determine work activities

Possess concrete and shoring & forming experience

Knowledge of the general site specific occupational health and safety

Strong time management and attention to detail

Strong communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills

Motivated Self-Starter

Valid First Aid, WHMIS, Health and Safety Awareness Training for Workers and Working at Heights certificates are required

NAC Offers:

- Competitive compensation

- Opportunities for career growth, development and advancement, including financial assistance

- Comprehensive benefit plan (dental, vision, health, etc.)

- Employee & Family Assistance Program

- Excellent company matched pension plan

- Registered Retirement Savings Plans

- Additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day

- Community involvement opportunities

- Friendly working environment

- Numerous team activities and various company events

NAC is committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals to achieve their goals. If you feel that you need accommodations during the recruitment and selection process because of illness/disability, please contact Human Resources for further information

Carpenter Journeyperson Lead Hand or Foreperson

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