Grade Foreperson Jobs in Surrey, Canada at BA Blacktop
Title: Grade Foreperson
Company: BA Blacktop
Location: Surrey, Canada
Category:
BA Blacktop Ltd. is currently seeking a team-oriented, self-motivated and dedicated individual to join our Operations Team as a Grade Foreperson in the Fraser Valley Area
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JOB PURPOSE
The Grade Foreperson is the first in command under the supervision of the Superintendent and oversees the execution of work on the job site.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Job Site Operation
Ensure work order and all necessary information is provided prior to commencing work
Review work orders and fully understand the scope of work and timelines
Review project requirements (quantities, cost codes, production rate, drawings …) with Superintendent
Perform or verify project survey/layout as necessary
Monitor material quantities and production rates on a continuous basis
Capable of constructing curb & gutter, sidewalk, CB / MH installation/adjustment, grading operations, cut/fill slopes, excavations, retaining walls, etc.
Oversight and review minimize costs and optimize efficiency
Coordinate/Schedule Onsite Work
Inform all workers on site of the schedule
Lead/organize/give specific instructions to the crew on a daily basis, as tasks may vary day to day on a job site. Organize what is needed for the work site, such as trucks, equipment, materials, and sub-contractors (flaggers, surveyors, utility subcontractors,…) quality requirements are met
Supervise all aspects of the daily and weekly operations
Monitor work progress and ensure scheduled deadlines are met
Quality of Work
Address/Correct all deficiencies as early as possible. Communicate all deficiencies with Superintendent
Report deficiencies through the NCR process
Training and Development
Ensure new/young workers are trained prior to complete the New Worker Program
Equipment Management
Provide all necessary material/equipment to operators to perform daily equipment maintenance
Ensure equipment operators perform daily maintenance, fueling, greasing, fluid level checks, and overall condition checks of equipment on a daily basis
Ensure operators complete detailed DFERS on a daily basis/Ensure vehicle drivers complete detailed Pre-trips on a daily basis
Communicate equipment issues and breakdowns with the equipment department
Reporting and Record Keeping
Complete Daily Quantity Reports and Extra Work Orders on a daily basis
Prepare and submit accurate Papyrus timesheets on a daily basis
Keep daily notes of work site activities, conversations, issues, and specific instructions in a diary
Site Safety
Maintain safety and liability awareness at all times.
Conduct detailed monthly site safety inspections.
Ensure all crew members wear and maintain PPE as required
Follow safety procedures per company OH&S manual and WorkSafeBC Regulations
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential Qualifications
Heavy a strong and growing knowledge of utilities/construction activities and processes
Have a strong and growing knowledge of specifications (MoTI, MMCD, local government specifications)
Ability to read and interpret site plans/blueprints and look up specifications from MoTI / MMCD
Ability to organize all field aspects needed on-site to begin and complete a job
Ability to measure and calculate length, surface, volumes, and quantities
Ability to perform field project layout from drawings and cut sheets
Ability to use a laser level, calculate elevations, and layout elevations
Have a working knowledge of all the equipment on site
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Strong communication skills with clients and the public
A desire to learn and teach; a passion to excel and to strive to get the most out of employeesWHMIS
Grader Operation (for Foreperson/Grader Operator)
Desirable Qualifications
Confined Space Entry and Rescue (May be mandatory on some projects)
Fall Protection (May be mandatory on some…
