general foreman/woman - building construction
About the role
Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Outdoors. Noisy. Work setting: Construction. Commercial. Residential. Tasks: Prepare production and other reports. Recommend measures to improve productivity . Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality. Supervise workers and projects. Co-ordinate and schedule activities. Oversee apprenticeship training. Recruit and hire workers and carry out related staffing actions. Train or arrange for training. Estimate costs and materials. Set up equipment. Ensure health and safety regulations are followed. Recommend personnel actions. Establish methods to meet work schedules. Read blueprints and drawings. Requisition materials and supplies. Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies. Supervision: Carpenters. Cabinetmakers. Apprentices. 11-15 people. Trades helpers. Labourers. Staff in various areas of responsibility. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Work under pressure. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Values and ethics. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Morning. Experience: 5 years or more. Employment terms options: Weekend. Overtime required. Overtime available.