Site Foreman – Civil Construction
Advantage Contracting Limited – Falmouth, Nova Scotia
Pay: $38.00–$42.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: Company truck, fuel card, health & dental, paid time off
About Us
Advantage Contracting Limited is a growing civil construction company specializing in earthworks, excavation, and municipal pipe installation. We take pride in running efficient, well-organized job sites and delivering high-quality work across Nova Scotia.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Site Foreman to lead crews on civil construction projects. This role requires someone who can take full ownership of a job site—from planning and execution to productivity and safety.
You will be responsible for coordinating daily operations, managing crews, and ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and to spec.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise field crews on civil construction sites
- Coordinate daily site activities including excavation, grading, and pipe installation
- Read and interpret drawings, grades, and specifications
- Ensure productivity targets and deadlines are met
- Communicate effectively with project management, clients, and subcontractors
- Enforce safety standards and maintain a safe work environment
- Plan work ahead and solve problems in real time
- Track materials, equipment usage, and site progress
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Foreman in civil construction
- Strong knowledge of:
- Excavation and earthworks
- Sewer, water, and storm systems
- Site grading and layout
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings and grades
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work in varying conditions and adapt to changing job sites
- Valid driver’s license (required)
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly wage: $38.00–$42.00/hour (based on experience)
- Company truck & fuel card
- Health & dental benefits
- Paid vacation
- Consistent, year-round work
- Opportunity to grow with a well-structured and expanding company
Additional Requirements
- Must be willing to travel to various job sites across Nova Scotia
- Must be reliable, organized, and capable of running a site independently
Apply Today
If you’re a hands-on leader who knows how to run a job site efficiently and keep crews productive, we want to hear from you
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00-$95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision care
Experience:
- Foreman: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
