Site foreman/woman, construction

Job requirements

Languages

English

Benefits

Other benefits

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Ability to Supervise

3-4 people

Own Tools/Equipment

Steel-toed safety boots

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Work under pressure

Work Site Environment

Noisy, Dusty, Dangerous

Personal Suitability

Initiative, Flexibility, Effective interpersonal skills, Reliability, Dependability, Team player, Organized

Major Work Area

Demolition, Equipment operation, Paving

Specific Skills

Supervise workers and projects, Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity, Requisition materials and supplies, Recommend personnel actions, Read blueprints and drawings, Establish methods to meet work schedules, Ensure health and safety regulations are followed, Co-ordinate and schedule activities, Co-ordinate work activities with other project supervisors or managers

Type of Industry Experience

Construction

Workers Supervised

Heavy equipment operators, except crane, Labourers, Apprentices, Trades helpers

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate