Foreperson Telecom Construction

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Essential Responsibilities

• Demonstrates leadership in health safety and environmental protections on the project

• Applies the requirements of the Project Specific Safety Program (PSSP) to promote overall compliance of Ledcor HS&E standards applicable OH&S/OSHA Acts regulations and codes with all employees and subcontractors on the project

• Leads a team of 4 - 6 employees in the planning execution and billing of a project

• Trains supports and offers guidance to new hires

• Ensures project schedules are met while maintaining company standards in regard to quality protocols

• Ensures that all tailboards timesheets drivers logbooks and billing are handed in on time

• Ensures compliance with municipality hours of work traffic protection environmental standards traffic bylaws and restoration standards

• Manages escalations and provides exceptional customer service to clients related to quality work performed standards etc.

• Oversees all client specific requirements based on contract 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

Working Conditions

• Travel to various sites across Ontario is required

• Working outdoors in various weather conditions

• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position which involves sitting standing bending lifting (up to 75 pounds) in confined spaces and in all types of weather conditions (rain snow heat etc.)

• Applicants that reside in the St. Andrew/Cornwall ON area will be given preference due to the location of this project

Compensation

This is the applicable wage range for this position. Individuals will be assigned a base wage within this range based on trade certification and/or apprenticeship level industry experience and work location.

Remote site-based positions may be eligible for additional incentives including but not limited to travel and accommodation allowances.

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.

Additional Information

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.

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.