General Foreman

Canoco Energy Services

$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years in a supervisory role within Civil construction.
  • Experience with water, sewer, storm, and underground utility installation.
  • Background in managing subdivision development and municipal infrastructure.
  • Strong technical knowledge in earthworks and road construction.
  • Ability to interpret construction drawings and project schedules.
  • Proven leadership managing multiple crews and subcontractors simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean abstract.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor multiple Foremen and field crews.
  • Coordinate manpower, equipment, subcontractors, and materials across work sites.
  • Oversee construction of utility infrastructure including water, sewer, and storm systems.
  • Monitor project progress to ensure safety, budget adherence, and specification compliance.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and subcontractors for project success.
  • Resolve field issues while maintaining quality and productivity standards.
  • Ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations.
  • Review daily reports and project documentation for accuracy.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
  • Collaborative and safety-focused work environment.
Full Job Description
Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced General Foreman to join our Civil division. The successful candidate will provide leadership across multiple crews and work fronts, overseeing the execution of civil construction projects including underground utilities, water and sewer installations, earthworks, and subdivision development. This position is responsible for ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to multiple Foremen and field crews.
  • Coordinate daily manpower, equipment, subcontractors, and material requirements across multiple work fronts.
  • Oversee the construction of water, sewer, storm, and underground utility infrastructure.
  • Monitor project progress to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications.
  • Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Surveyors, Inspectors, Engineers, and subcontractors to ensure successful project execution.
  • Identify and resolve field issues while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
  • Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, client requirements, and applicable regulations.
  • Review daily reports, production tracking, and project documentation to ensure accuracy and timely completion.
  • Participate in project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency.


Qualifications & Experience
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a Civil Foreman, General Foreman, or equivalent supervisory leadership role.
  • Extensive experience with water, sewer, storm, and underground utility installation.
  • Proven experience managing subdivision development, municipal infrastructure, and civil construction projects.
  • Strong understanding of earthworks, grading, road construction, site servicing, and underground infrastructure.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing multiple crews, equipment, subcontractors, and project priorities simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean Driver's Abstract.


What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
  • A collaborative and safety-focused work environment.


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