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As an industry leader for over 30 years, Horizon Contracting Group provides superior landscape construction, landscape maintenance and snow and ice removal services.

Earthworks Foreman

Full-Time | Permanent | Lower Mainland, BC

At Horizon Contracting Group, we build from the ground up — literally and culturally. Our teams deliver high-quality civil and landscape construction projects while fostering a workplace built on accountability, teamwork, and growth. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for an experienced Earthworks Foreman to lead crews in the field and drive safe, efficient, and high-performing job sites.

If you’re a hands-on leader with strong earthworks experience, a commitment to safety, and a passion for mentoring crews, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career with a company that promotes from within.

About the Role

The Earthworks Foreman is responsible for successfully delivering assigned projects on time and on budget while leading a crew, managing production, materials, and safety. This role requires strong hands-on experience as a pipelayer, equipment operator, and gradesperson, along with proven leadership and organizational skills.

You’ll work closely with field and project leadership to coordinate labour, workflow, scheduling, and logistics — ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and to Horizon’s high standards.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, coach, and supervise crews to ensure safe, productive, and high-quality work
• Operate a variety of equipment including skid steers, excavators, loaders, backhoes, and dozers
• Perform detailed excavating, grading, and light civil installations
• Set elevations and fine grades using laser levels
• Manage materials, site logistics, workflow, and deliveries
• Schedule jobs, forecast labour hours, and track productivity
• Maintain strong communication with Field Managers, subcontractors, and site superintendents
• Conduct regular safety meetings, inspections, toolbox talks, and documentation
• Ensure compliance with all safety requirements and safe work practices
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members while supporting a positive team culture
• Submit accurate time records for payroll processing
• Maintain company vehicles and equipment in safe working order
• Participate in company events and ongoing training opportunities

What You Bring

Experience & Certifications

• 5,000+ hours of skid steer and excavator operation
• Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract
• First Aid Certification
• Equipment operator certifications (asset)
• Trades education (asset)
• Heavy Trailer Endorsement (asset)

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Technically proficient using iPad/iPhone and jobsite software
• Ability to read blueprints and construction drawings
• High standards for safety, quality, and customer service
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting ability
• Team-focused mindset with the ability to lead by example

Why Join Horizon?

We believe in building careers, not just projects. At Horizon, we invest in our people, promote from within, and provide real growth opportunities through mentorship, training, and leadership development.

Compensation & Benefits

• $80,000 – $104,000 annually, based on experience
• 15 days vacation + 5 personal days annually
• Extended Health Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision) after 90 days
• RRSP program with employer matching after 1 year
• Ongoing training and career development

Our Core Values

• Accountable – We take ownership of our actions and results
• United – We win together
• Determined – We do what it takes to get the job done right
• Genuine – We care about our people, clients, and partners

The Horizon Journey

At Horizon, growth from within is our priority. This role is a key step on a long-term leadership career path, with opportunities to advance into senior field and management roles as we continue to grow.

The pay range for this role is:
80,000 - 104,000 CAD per year(Horizon Contracting Group (Head Office))

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