Speers Construction Inc. is a rapidly growing civil construction company in Revelstoke, BC, that is part of Jim Dent Construction. Jim Dent is a long-standing leader in Heavy Civil Construction industry. Speers Construction Inc. has a core focus of building better business through long-term clients and long-term profitability. To achieve this goal, we are looking for people who share our company values.
- Positive Attitude
- Dedicated to company success.
- Respectful Team Player
- Adaptable
We are currently looking for a Foreman. The successful candidate will be an individual with strong communication skills and industry knowledge. They will be able to adapt well under pressure, be self-motivated and take direction well. A team approach is mandatory and will require an open-minded and adaptable work ethic. The Civil General Foreman is a role that works collaboratively with the Superintendent and Project Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the project. This position must have a strong understanding of earthworks, general civil, and both shallow and deep utilities. They must be able to engage a team as a leader but also take direction. They have a proven ability to work with and delegate to other roles. Their experience and industry knowledge will contribute to the ongoing management of the project ensuring deliverables are met.
Expectations
- Experienced in Heavy Civil Construction projects specifically utility infrastructure
- Able to make decisions and direct crew on daily activities
- The creation, maintenance, and management of project schedule
- Able to engage a team, and delegate
- Able to participate and contribute to meetings with all stakeholders and managers of the project
- High degree of comfort with all paperwork, and proficient in digital technology required in managing a job site and regulatory requirements
- Proactive and strategic thinker to reduce any risks in safety, environment, and performance
- Effective problem solver in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Working understanding of Provincial environmental and safety regulations
- Ability to read and interpret drawings.
- Proficient in site lay out from survey stakes.
Beneficial but not required
- Experience in GPS machine control and use of rover, base stations etc.
- Advanced operator of all earth-moving equipment
- Gold Seal certified
- First aid trained
- Pipe fusing certifications
Qualifications
- 5+ years experience in Civil Construction specifically in utility infrastructure.
- Able to work shift work and on remote job sites across BC
- Class 5 license
