Foreman , Underground Water and Sewer Foreman

GS Construction is looking for motivated and qualified Foremen in Edmonton, AB!

Experience in renewal projects and new development projects.

We are looking for the best of the best. If you want to work for a forward thinking and innovative company; one who values and rewards teamwork, hard work, and quality of work then please apply! We pride ourselves on constant improvement and providing our people with training, development and advancement opportunities. We want to hear from you if you believe you would thrive in this environment.

Why work for us?

• Working safely is our number one priority and we are an industry leader
• Industry competitive wages, including overtime pay. Wage adjustments paid upon proven ability and skill
• Opportunity to participate in Job & Safety bonuses
• Opportunity to participate in year end Profit Sharing bonuses for every position
• Benefits after trial period
• A positive and professional work environment
• Modern fleet of equipment, trucks and tools
• Training & Development programs

What you will do as the Water & Sewer Foreman

• Work with the superintendent, and project manager in coordinating project and driving production. This includes learning, following & promoting The GS Way processes & procedures.
• Work with owner/client, engineering consultant, superintendent, and project manager in-field in interpreting contract items, specifications and dealing with issues and concerns that may come up.
• Ensuring safety, quality, and efficient production of work through hands on supervision of crew.
• Providing safety leadership & performing and documenting hazard assessments, safety meetings and site/progress meetings as required.
• Interpreting, understanding, and following the GS Construction's Safety Manual, and related Occupational, Health and Safety (OH&S) Standards.
• Use field tracking software to record and submit daily work hours of crew and equipment, as well as tasks and production.
• Coordinating and supervising the installation/Benching pour-in-place manholes and pre-benched manholes.
• Overseeing & confirming laying pipe at grade.
• Coordinating and supervising the installation of valves, hydrants, couplings, and other fittings.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in water and sewer construction is an asset.
• Experience as foreman or lead hand of water and sewer crew.
• Current driver's license.
• Ability to read and understand engineered drawings and specifications.
• Computer Literacy. Proficient in Microsoft Windows (Word, Excel and Outlook)

Key Skills and Character Expectations:

• Willing to learn, promote, and implement GS Construction's culture, core values and our ‘GS Way’ processes.
• Have the ability to manage, operate, and stay focused in high pressure situations and ever-changing situations.
• Enjoy problem solving and thinking ‘outside the box’ to innovate new ways of doing things.
• Open to learning from others and collaborating on new ideas and ways of thinking.
• Ability to work well in a team environment. Must be a team player.

About GS Construction:

Laying the groundwork for your community since 1974. Four decades after Glen Sandwith founded the company as GS Holdings, we still provide the same great service with great people that are focused on doing quality work, safely and efficiently. GS Construction is proud to be one of the longest-serving general contractors in Central Alberta.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $38.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overtime

Application question(s):

• Do you have the ability to read and understand engineered drawings and specifications?

Experience:

• Underground Water & Sewer: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person