Foreperson - Wright Construction Western Inc. (Airdrie)

Building people and communities together since 1905, Wright Construction is proud to be awarded Butler “Builder of the Year” and “Top Volume Builder” in Canada multiple times over the last 10 years. Join us as we work to be the preferred builder, employer, and trusted partner in our communities. Who we are: With our head office in Saskatoon, Wright Construction represents the longest operating construction company in the Province of Saskatchewan and in the City of Saskatoon. Over three generations, Wright Construction has helped build this province and we are proud to have produced many landmarks across Western Canada, including the original buildings of the University of Saskatchewan, Hotel Saskatchewan in Regina, the Bessborough Hotel in Saskatoon and much more! We also have satellite offices in Regina, SK and Calgary, Alberta. Wright Construction performs General Contracting, Design Build, Public-Private-Partnerships (P3s) and Construction Management services. We excel in a variety of commercial, institutional, mixed use and industrial environments. Each year we complete hundreds of thousands of square feet of retail space for various developers and retail chains. Wright Construction is a strong competitor in the institutional sector providing services to schools and health boards across Saskatchewan and Alberta. Meanwhile, we are a Butler Buildings dealer and have erected approximately 6.5 million square feet of pre-engineered building space. What we offer: Come and be part of a leading construction company while investing in your career. We proudly offer: - A competitive total compensation package - An industry leading Employer paid Pension Program with a Pension matching Program - Employer paid Benefit Program - Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) - Commitment to learning - through professional and career development opportunities - Paid volunteer time - Other Employee Perks What Are We Looking For? We are currently seeking a permanent full-time Foreperson to join our team in Calgary, AB The candidate in this role will report to the Superintendent and is responsible for ensuring that everything goes smoothly at a construction site. They are responsible for being the point of contact between the construction workers and superintendents. DUTIES 1) Hold daily huddles 2) Internal workforce management 3) Monitor subtrade quality of work and direct corrective actions where required 4) Ensure all field crews are working with current information 5) Organize and oversee all inspections and testing 6) Be a leader in safety culture by reviewing site hazards daily, promoting education/awareness on safety policies/procedures, holding weekly toolbox meetings, maintaining site cleanliness, identifying proper training of staff and subtrades, and hosting and attending monthly OHC meetings. 7) Perform cost control including PO/paperwork (solicit pricing) and equipment/tool allocation (renting vs. purchasing 8) Be a mentor/leader for employees and promote Wright Construction culture and values 9) Perform other related duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS 1) High school diploma preferred. 2) 3 years’ experience in a Foreman capacity required. 3) Journeyperson ticket or proof of enrollment in Apprenticeship preferred, however, an equivalent amount of experience or education will be considered. 4) Experience in commercial, industrial, and/or institutional construction is an asset 5) Valid driver's license and own vehicle preferred. 6) Willingness to travel is an asset but not required. 7) Prior equipment experience is considered an asset. 8) Ability to read blueprints and specifications for building 9) Ability to work with little supervision and as part of a team 10) Knowledge of all phases of building construction 11) Knowledge of secure operation of basic hand and power tools 12) Knowledge of building materials 13) General computer, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills 14) The following skills are required: Time management; Safety conscious; Creative thinking; Problem solving; Dependability and accountability; Decision making; Planning and organizing; Mathematical reasoning; Coaching and mentoring; Effective communication. We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Wright Construction however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pfikg