Highway Paving Foreman

Job Summary

The Highway Paving Foreman, reporting to the Superintendent, is responsible for directing and managing all on-site construction workers, subcontractors, and equipment within the Highway Division. This position enforces the company’s policies, procedures, safety standards, and overall direction, while ensuring construction deadlines are met. As a working foreman, this individual will work directly alongside the crew, playing an active role in the day-to-day operations.

This is a unionized position based in the West Kootenays. This position requires frequent travel to different project sites across the region. 

Main Responsibilities

Safety

 

  • Demonstrate commitment to Terus-CWCI health, safety, and environment policies by adhering to these policies and promoting a culture of safety in all activities conducted. 
  • Promote, execute, and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, sub-contractors, and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
  • Work with Operations Superintendent to investigate damage, incidents or near misses in the worksite, and ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the Terus Safety Program.
  • Uphold and comply with the principles of the Terus Code of Ethics.

 

Highway Paving Operations

 

  • Travel frequently to various project sites across the region, ensuring effective on-site management, coordination, and supervision of highway paving operations.
  • Ensure the sufficient deployment and productivity of work crews.
  • Ensure materials and equipment is available and organized.
  • Organize and coordinate the daily activities of all crew members, subcontractors, and equipment.
  • Represent the company professionally in the community and maintain ongoing good business relationship with customer base and suppliers.
  • Read and interpret project plans and specifications.
  • Review and adhere to construction schedules, ensuring milestones and completion dates are met.
  • Prepare and submit incident reports and WCB reports within the specific deadlines.
  • Administer and submit daily reporting.
  • Other duties as required.

 

Leadership  

 

  • Lead and direct crew members, equipment, and resources for civil projects, municipal products, and highway development.
  • Ensure that all crew members follow safety measures and quality standards are strictly adhered to on construction sites.
  • Monitor site operations and promptly report any issues to the Superintendent or Project Manager to ensure timely resolution and smooth project progress.
  • Train and promote the development of subordinates in the best practice of operations and company standards.
  • Apply the progressive disciplinary policy consistently and fairly among crew members if necessary.

Employment Requirements

  • Knowledge of road construction methods, road construction materials and industry requirements.
  • Extensive experience in the paving industry and experience in the supervision of construction crews
  • Ability to read and understand engineered plans and contract documents
  • Knowledge of union collective agreement and company policies and procedures
  • Must be able to meet all safety requirements and applicable safety policies
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Valid class 5 driver’s license and clean current drivers abstract

Working Conditions

  • Frequent travel is required
  • Use of Personal Protective Equipment is required
  • Willing to work in field and in all weather conditions 
  • Willing to work overtime (may include weekends) during the busy season (April to October) and on call as necessary
  • Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 LBS on a regular basis
  • This is a safety sensitive position; selected candidate must pass drug and alcohol testing as required 
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions 

Compensation

The anticipated hourly wage for this position is around $39.00 - $42.60. The final compensation package will be determined based on factors including the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.