MILLER PAVING ATLANTIC | Asphalt Crew Foreperson 1

Subsidiary: Miller Paving Limited  

Location: Halifax, NS

 

 

About Us:

The Miller Group, a subsidiary of Colas Canada, is a Canadian leader in the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure since 1917.

We provide exceptional customer service and operational support using our time-proven construction methods and innovative technologies, alongside the highest quality products and materials.

We leverage our global network to foster positive relationships that make a lasting difference in the communities where we live and work. Whether it is making your commute more efficient, keeping our communities safe, or making remote areas more accessible, at Miller we are proud to Build Greatness in everything we do.

 

Cumberland Paving and Contracting is part of Miller Paving Atlantic, based in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Cumberland Paving and Contracting provides the public and private sectors with road construction, paving, road and structure rehabilitation, engineering construction, aggregate-based materials, highway operations, and maintenance services.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 3 years experience in asphalt operations
  • Knowledge of all paving equipment, paving process, and industry requirements
  • Valid Class 5 license and clean abstract
  • Supervisory experience with strong leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Basic computer skills
  • Mechanical knowledge or previous experience as a Foreperson

Day in the Life

As an Asphalt Foreperson, your primary responsibility is to oversee and provide leadership and supervision to the crew and subcontractors. You will inspect and review work in progress to ensure quality meets specifications and schedules are followed accordingly as well as order procurement of tools, equipment, and materials to be delivered at specified times to meet work schedule. Attention to detail will be imperative in this role to ensure all products are the highest quality standard and meets all specifications as you track quantities and production. Strong communication skills will be essential as you manage client relationships in a professional and productive manner. Administrative duties will include tracking the quantities for production and payment, reviewing documents, and ensuring overall accuracy and completion of tasks.

 

Most importantly, you will lead by example, providing leadership and support to the grade prep crew. Safety will always be your number one priority as you will regularly conduct “tail gate” safety talks with staff to review policies and procedures, ensuring safety practices are followed by the crew.

Culture

At Miller, we want every employee to feel connected, where creativity and innovation thrive, and your contributions make a real impact. Our supportive and inclusive atmosphere encourages open communication, ensuring every team member feels heard and valued. With a commitment to flexibility, opportunities for professional development, and a shared passion for excellence, we are more than just colleagues – we are a community dedicated to Building Greatness together.

If you are seeking a workplace that values employees, challenges you to reach new heights, and celebrates your achievements, Miller is the place for you. Build your career with us!

Miller is proud to provide this unique career opportunity, we offer continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package. At our core; we are our people. We succeed because we respect our people and invest in their development, safety and well-being. Miller is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion are key attributes to building greatness. Miller’s core values of Integrity and Community welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Accountability, means that we own our actions, our decisions and our results. As a Miller employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to our inclusive culture.

We will contact candidates selected for an interview. Accommodation for applications with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.