Foreperson Telecom Construction (Future Opportunity)

Ledcor

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Milton - Canada

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 9 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

You are a Foreperson with 2-5 years of field operations experience working on Outside Plant (OSP) construction projects and with fibre optics. Working independently or as part of a team you will execute the project plans and schedules to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. You will manage quality control including reviewing and managing project performance while simultaneously ensuring safety and delegating work to field staff contractors and trades people.

** This is for a future opportunity **

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Essential Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee a team of 2-6 cable removal technicians ensuring tasks are assigned executed efficiently and meet safety and quality standards.

  • Train mentor and support new hires while providing guidance to the team.

  • Review project blueprints to determine the most efficient cable removal methods identify hazards and coordinate with other crews or contractors.

  • Develop strategies to optimize project execution ensuring schedules quality protocols and municipal regulations are met.

  • Manage inventory order necessary replacements and ensure proper tool maintenance.

  • Demonstrate leadership in health safety and environmental protection ensuring compliance with the Project Specific Safety Program (PSSP) Ledcor HS&E standards and OH&S/OSHA regulations.

  • Work closely with subcontractors reviewing work managing invoices and ensuring compliance with contract requirements.

  • Oversee administrative tasks including tailboards MH entry permits timesheets driver logbooks and billing ensuring timely submission.

  • Monitor and control project costs while handling escalations and providing excellent customer service.

  • Ensure adherence to traffic protection environmental standards and restoration requirements.

Qualifications:

  • Extensive knowledge of cable installation and removal techniques including fiber optic cable and various cable types with proper handling procedures.

  • 2-5 years of utility construction experience in a leadership role overseeing multiple project locations.

  • Strong understanding of construction practices including OSP field concepts and industry standards.

  • Hands-on experience operating industry-specific equipment such as Asher trucks directional drills Vac trucks small excavators skid steers backhoes and road cut saws.

  • Working knowledge of health safety and environmental protection practices as they apply to construction.

  • Proven ability to lead teams direct work and supervise subcontractors effectively.

  • Strong grasp of construction documents utility plans contracts costs and budgets.

  • Excellent organizational skills with experience managing workloads multiple priorities and deadlines.

  • Aptitude for learning new technology and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Outlook).

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Familiarity with large telecommunications providers protocols and practices in the Ontario market.

  • Ability to read and interpret civil construction drawings and utility locates.

  • Must have a valid G drivers license and a clean driver abstract.

Work Conditions:

  • Applicants that reside in Ontario will be given preference due to the location of this project.

    Work primarily outdoors on various terrains and in all weather conditions.

  • May require working in confined spaces at heights and near energized equipment.

  • Exposure to hazards such as traffic electrical equipment and heavy machinery.

  • Travel and out-of-town assignments as needed.

Additional Information

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs builds and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction maintenance and service installation and repair.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canadas Best Diversity Employers Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental vision care disability and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity equity and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals regardless of race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcors Inclusion and Diversity initiatives please visit our I&D page.

You are a Foreperson with 2-5 years of field operations experience working on Outside Plant (OSP) construction projects and with fibre optics. Working independently or as part of a team you will execute the project plans and schedules to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. ...
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The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies, serving the building, heavy industrial, civil and infrastructure, mining, pipeline, power and communications sectors. Ledcor also owns operations in aviation, marine transportation service ... View more

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