Foreman Landscape Construction (Port Hope)

The Landscape Construction Foreman/Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all on-site aspects of landscape construction projects. Job Duties: § Manage the execution of construction projects, planning labor requirements, equipment requirements and material deliveries and timing to ensure completion of job(s) within project deadlines § Manage safety, quality and productivity of work at sites and/or shop/yard § Assist in the preparation of jobsites prior to the beginning of a project § Supervise, coordinate, and schedule the day to day work activities of a landscape construction crew of __ to __ employees § Delegate job tasks to appropriate crew members to assist in the completion of landscape constructions § Participate in recruitment activities by conducting secondary interviews with potential job candidates § Conduct on-site orientations with recent employees and employees in new positions, which cover all company health and safety policies, practices, and procedures § Operate various tools and equipment, including: heavy equipment, chainsaws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels, hammers, drills, etc. § Assist in the construction of walkways, fences, decks, posts, etc. § Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting inspections, lubricating, and cleaning on a daily basis § Read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and specifications to delegate/complete work activities § Meet with subcontractors and supervise quality, efficiency, and deadlines § Complete and submit all required paperwork on a daily basis, including: daily site meeting logs, crew daily forms, equipment daily inspection forms, attendance tracking, time and materials billing summaries, requests for time off, etc. § Comply with all company policies and regulations § Maintain and enforce standards of cleanliness and organization in assigned trucks, trailers, equipment, jobsites, and shop/yard areas § Ensure that all work activities are carried out in a safe and efficient manner, and that all crew members are in compliance with government and company PPE standards § Enforce and work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations at shop/yard and on jobsites § Employee training § Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner Requirements: § High School Diploma, GED or equivalent § Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the landscape/construction industry § Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner § Effective communication skills (both verbal and written) § Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines § Time management skills § Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications § Must possess a valid driver’s license § Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices § Speak, read, and write English § Carry and use a smart phone or data-enabled device for communication and reporting Job Type: Full-time Pay: $26.00-$30.00 per hour Benefits: - Dental care - Disability insurance - Extended health care - Life insurance - Paid time off Experience: - Supervising: 3 years (preferred) - Landscaping/Construction: 5 years (preferred) Licence/Certification: - G Driver's License with clean abstract (preferred) Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2o48bh