General Foreman

The General Foreman aids the Superintendent in managing all field and site-specific construction activities, including budget, schedule, performance, subtrades, and profitability of commercial construction projects. This person must be able to communicate effectively with the Superintendent, Project Manager and other field staff. The General Foreman is responsible for helping to provide direction and lead Chandos staff in the field.
Assist the Superintendent in providing leadership and direction for all project activities and tasks, ensuring project outcomes are delivered successfully and in compliance with all contracts and client needs
Assist the Superintendent to identify and generate requests for information
Assist the Superintendent in planning, organizing and managing all site construction manpower and materials, including site layout and setup
Assist the Superintendent with completion of required documentation, including: superintendent’s daily log, safety documentation, timesheets, invoices, labour quantities, packing slips, purchase orders, and site photos
Assist the Superintendent to monitor productivities throughout the project life cycle for potential opportunities and losses. Make corrections to maximize gains and mitigate against losses
Manage subcontractor relationships within assigned projects to maintain timelines and scope of work, and meet contact obligations
Maximize landfill waste diversion on all projects, and manage construction sites in a sustainable fashion, continuously minimizing Chandos’ impact on the environment
Minimum requirements:
Journeyman trade certification with Red Seal and/or Technical diploma
Gold Seal is considered an asset
Leadership training and safety certificates are recommended.
Five or more years of commercial construction experience.
Good time-management skills.
Able to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, field drawings, and plans.
An understanding of all construction trades and techniques.
Knowledge of local, provincial and federal workplace regulations, ordinances, legislation and building codes.
Travel to site and off-site locations is required.
May be required to work out of town.
Will be working both indoors and outdoors.
Will be exposed to potential hazards and conditions of the construction site.
As this is a supervisory role, hours of work, and days of work may vary from week to week based upon the business needs
Nice to Have
Experience with a large general contractor
Concrete and formwork experience
Valid driver’s licence and clean abstract
Travel required, able and willing to work out of town (occasionally inter-provincial)
Certifications such as SiteReadyBC, Fall Protection, Elevating Work Platforms, or other site‑related tickets
Additional Requirements
As part of the recruitment process, selected candidates may be required to complete a pre‑employment physical assessment to confirm ability to perform the essential functions of the role safely.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No