General Foreperson

Job Description

Company Description

FLINT is a leading service provider in Canada's energy and industrial markets offering full asset life cycle support, including construction, maintenance, fabrication, and environmental services. Committed to safety and quality, we foster a workplace culture that values innovation and sustainability. With a strong local presence and top-tier talent, we deliver high-quality services as we help our customers bring their resources to our world.

Job Description

FLINT is seeking General Forepersons - Night shift for a project-based role in Empress, Alberta starting late June 2026 through October 2026. The scope includes heavy rigging mechanical and piping work, critical lifts, and pre-planning, with primarily bolt-up piping and limited onsite welding. This position follows a 12 & 2 rotation with 10-hour days and offers a $165/day LOA.

What would you be doing?

• Supervising day-to-day construction activities
• Leading mechanical piping, structural, and rigging crews to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and within project specifications.
• Coordinating critical lifts (80,000–100,000 lbs) and overseeing pre-planning for heavy rigging operations.
• Ensuring proper execution of bolt-up piping, hydro shop work, and limited on-site CWB welding.
• Assigning tasks, managing work schedules, and monitoring crew performance for both day and night shifts.
• Maintaining clear communication with project managers, HSE, and QC teams to address safety, quality, and operational issues.
• Conducting toolbox talks, job briefings, and on-site inspections to enforce company policies and regulatory compliance.
• Managing logistics, site organization, and equipment to support smooth project operations.

Perks of the job

• Enhance your leadership and communication skills with the opportunity to lead and collaborate with various professionals, from Executives to front-line workers.
• Variety in your work that allows you to develop a diverse skillset.
• Growing company with opportunities for career development and advancement

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a foreperson or supervisor in mechanical, piping, structural, or industrial construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of heavy rigging, critical lifts, bolt-up piping, and welding operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Familiarity with HSE requirements, quality standards, and project specifications.
• Experience with project planning, scheduling, and reporting site progress.

Additional Information

This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position and will require completion of drug and alcohol testing.

Our Commitment to Our People

When you join FLINT, we make these promises:

• Your work will matter. The projects you'll help build will serve communities for generations.
• Your growth is our priority. We'll invest in your development and create paths for advancement.
• Your voice will be heard. Your experience and ideas will shape how we tackle challenges.
• Your team will support you. You'll work with people who want to see you succeed.
• Your ambition will be rewarded. As you grow, FLINT grows – and we recognize those who help us build better.

Transform yourself. Strengthen each other. Make a better world.

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