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.