Construction Foreman | Lead Hand - NS

Construction Foreman | Lead Hand

Overview

As a key member of the project team, the Construction Foreman will embody traditional values around working hard, having personal accountability, and getting the project to the finish line without fail. They will bring a humility that lets them continue to get their hands dirty as they put in the inevitable long hours alongside everyone else on the site, irrespective of their title or task. They will seek out mentors, maintain a thirst for knowledge and appreciate the people who came before them, who paved the way and passed down their lessons learned.

They will also bring a leadership style that values people’s input and gets commitment through participation. They are thoughtful, fair and lead with integrity. They will prioritize the needs of the humans who do the work and value building a successful team. Their site will look and feel like professional offices, and the interpersonal culture on those construction sites will be highly cooperative and respectful.  Their deadlines will be met by working collaboratively with the project team and trade partners.  They will embrace the endless progression of technology, seek new tools and processes, and welcome the efficiencies all of these can offer.

It is important to understand there is more than one metric for measuring project success, and the health of the team standing at the finish line is one of - if not THE - most important.

What We Offer

• Year-round full-time employment
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Health and dental benefits
• Quality tools
• Quality accommodations and clothing
• Training and development opportunities

Role

The Construction Foreman works closely with the field crew to ensure construction tasks are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards while maintaining schedule. This role requires a mix of leadership and hands-on carpentry expertise. The Foreman will closely with site superintendent and play an active role in the construction process.  In this role, you will have the opportunity to take on the role Site Superintendent on smaller projects.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with site supervisors to ensure that tasks are completed according to project timelines, plans, and specifications.
• Assist the Site Superintendent as required and liaise with the safety officer, internal project team, and other core trade contractors as necessary.
• Work with crew and project team to quickly and efficiently resolve on-site challenges.
• Lead, supervise and work alongside field crew prioritizing lean concepts safety, quality and schedule.
• Perform skilled carpentry tasks as needed, including framing, finishing, and installation, to support the project’s needs.
• Build, erect, repair, and construct forms and structures from wood, steel, concrete, and other materials.
• Measure, cut, shape, assemble, and join materials made of wood, substitutes, lightweight steel, and other materials.
• Complete concrete formwork and understand the basics of concrete slab construction.
• Operate, maintain, and occasionally repair power tools, hand tools, and other machinery.
• Keep accurate daily logs of site activities, including progress, worker hours, material usage, and any incidents.
• Be a safety leader by following safety program and conduct safety tasks daily.

Skills Required

• Valid Red Seal Carpenter certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of construction experience, with at least 2 years in a foreman or supervisory role. Extensive experience in carpentry, including framing, finishing, and custom work.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements.
• Prepare layouts in conformance with building codes using measuring tools.
• Good understanding of construction processes and project delivery sequences.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use a smartphone and share information through apps or other software programs.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract.
• Criminal record check.
• Willingness to travel if required.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and demanding environments.
• Physically fit, able to work on your feet for 8-10 hours per day and able to lift at minimum 50 lbs

WHO WE ARE

Sealand Building Group is a leading design | build construction services company focused on Food Processing | Cold Storage | Distribution | Agri-Food | Special Projects.

Since 1975, we have worked around the corner and across the country helping build the food industry. Driven by our strong core values, we feel business is personal. We have a desire to give and be rooted in our community.

We want to have a go at it, have fun doing it, and make a difference.