Foreman
Position Overview:
Reporting to the Site Superintendent, the Foreman leads our field crews and helps the Superintendent deliver safe, high-quality work on schedule. You'll be hands-on in the work while guiding and developing the people around you.
Responsibilities
• Lead and direct crews day to day, assigning tasks and setting priorities with the Superintendent
• Work alongside the crew on carpentry and general construction tasks
• Lay out work from drawings and specifications
• Lead toolbox talks, enforce safe work practices and support COR requirements on site
• Monitor quality and productivity, and correct issues as they come up
• Coordinate with trade partners working in the same areas
• Track crew hours, materials and equipment, and keep daily records
• Mentor apprentices and newer workers
• Step in for the Superintendent when needed
How we measure success
• Working safely, every day
• Quality work the Owner can count on
• Productive, well-led crews and strong working relationships with trade partners
• Maintaining integrity and business ethics
Education, Experience & Skills:
• Journeyperson or Red Seal carpenter, or equivalent trade experience
• 2+ years of experience leading crews, preferably with a general contractor on commercial or institutional projects
• Ability to read drawings and specifications and lay out work
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Working knowledge of safety requirements; first aid and fall protection training are assets
• CSA-approved steel-toed boots
• Valid Class 5 license and reliable transportation to site
The safety of the public, our staff and every worker on our sites comes first. Marrbeck earned its Certificate of Recognition (COR) in 2013 and has maintained it ever since, adopting new protocols as standards evolve. The result is an excellent safety record spanning more than a decade.