general construction supervisor
Description
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Dusty. Noisy. Odours. Outdoors. Confined spaces. Hot. Work setting: Relocation costs not covered by employer. Willing to relocate. Equipment operation. Excavation. Sewers and water mains. Roads and bridges. Civil (road and bridge construction, etc.). Tasks: Recommend measures to improve productivity . Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality. Estimate costs and materials. Oversee apprenticeship training. Prepare production and other reports. Recruit and hire workers and carry out related staffing actions. Co-ordinate and schedule activities. Co-ordinate work activities with other project supervisors or managers. Ensure health and safety regulations are followed. Establish methods to meet work schedules. Read blueprints and drawings. Recommend personnel actions. Requisition materials and supplies. Supervise workers and projects. Train or arrange for training. Review and analyze data such as subdivision, water and sewer plans. Perform administrative tasks. Inspect construction of sewer systems and pipelines. Dig ditches and trenches. Construction site supervision. Select type and size of pipe required. Supervision: 16-20 people. 5-10 people. More than 20 people. Staff in various areas of responsibility. Working groups. Heavy equipment operators, except crane. Labourers. Public works maintenance equipment operators. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : CPR Certificate. First Aid Certificate. Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate. Type of inspection: Sewer systems and pipelines. Type of related experience: Civil engineering. Equipment and machinery experience: Water mains. Type of industry experience: Construction. Transportation/travel information: Own vehicle. Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Tight deadlines. Work under pressure. Repetitive tasks. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Own tools/equipment: Hard hat. Safety glasses/goggles. Steel-toed safety boots. Safety vest. Gloves. Personal suitability: Accurate. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Experience: 5 years or more. Employment terms options: Overtime required. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Life insurance. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).