G&R Kelly Enterprises Ltd. has been providing quality services in the Halifax area and throughout Nova Scotia for 50 years. We use the latest in technology, adhere to all safety procedures, employ expert staff, and provide the highest level of customer service in the construction industry today. Whether our customers need commercial landscaping, major excavation services, snow plowing in Halifax or Dartmouth or a large civil construction project our team provides the service, organization, expertise, and attention to detail that each client deserves. Our list of satisfied clients includes the Halifax Regional Municipality, the Halifax Regional Water Commission, Nova Scotia Power, and an ever-increasing number of local commercial and residential property owners.
We are a growing locally owned company. The safety and the well-being of our employees are the company’s number one priority. Our partnership with ISN allows us to implement advanced methods in safety and quality assurance for both our employees and our clients. We treat our employees well and that is why many of our team members have been with the company for over 30 years. Working with the team here is becoming part of a family. We give back to the communities we service. Our team is treated well and we like to reward them with a supportive environment. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit program.
Foreman – Experienced Water & Sewer Job Description:
This is a senior level position offering a competitive compensation plan and complete benefits package.
- Must have experience in water & sewer repairs (preferred over new water & sewer experience).
- Extensive knowledge Halifax Water specifications with regards to sewer and water.
- Knowledge of HRM specifications in road construction and more specifically, municipal water and sewage.
- Understand and be capable of operating any equipment on the job site.
- Extensive knowledge of the materials and equipment required for this type of construction.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Have strong work ethic, good communication skills, and strong organizational skills.
- Willingness to work as a team.
Responsibilities:
- Must be able to deal directly with the Project Manager as to equipment needs, job procedures, manpower needs, job scope changes, or any issues that arise on the job site.
- Coordinates construction activities for the project to client specifications, while also ensuring execution is conducted in an efficient, safe, healthy and environmentally responsible manner.
- Oversees the execution of the work, including quality and production, by ensuring that the crews work to job specifications and follow drawings.
- Strength in identifying needs and deficiencies in looking ahead at the plan/schedule and communicating these to the appropriate persons.
- Understands project scheduling and cost control.
- Leading a crew to maximize productivity and ensure quality workmanship.
- Maintains communication with customers and other personnel on site such as subcontractors and traffic control.
- Knowledge of safety regulations, scheduling, cost control, plans and specifications.
- Plan ahead to ensure materials arrive onsite in a timely manner and all invoices have correct PO's.
- Must be able to manage & organize paperwork.
- Track employee hours for submission to Payroll.
Experience:
- 3 years experience including repairs to existing lines (preferred)
- Salary commensurate with experience
Licences:
- Candidate must have a valid driver's licence with clean abstract.
- Current safety certificates (Asset)
Please send your resume by email or if necessary drop off at office.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Construction Foreman: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
