We are looking for a leader to execute our installation and maintenance requirements on ecological restoration projects in the GCA. This person is responsible for meeting and exceeding industry/municipal standards and oversee that design elements are carried out as expected. They will manage a 4-8 person crew and manage field documentation requirements for projects Position Title: Restoration Crew Foreman Job Function: Installation of live plant material, bioengineering technology, and other construction elements. Job Type: Full-time or seasonal April – December Purpose: The Restoration Crew Foreman will employ their horticultural and bioengineering expertise to repair erosion and strengthen, revegetate, and create habitat along riverbanks. They will provide leadership, training, and daily supervision of restoration crews on a variety of restoration, environmental construction, and bioengineering projects. Status: Reports to Project Manager/Operations Manager Location: GCA, travel within four hours of Calgary Office may be required Pay Level: Level 2 Duties and Responsibilities: INSTALLATION Handling and installing erosion control materials Prepare sites for planting Collecting and handling live stake plant material Install soil bioengineering elements Planting trees and shrubs Carry out maintenance and monitoring programs Working with solar irrigation for post-planting maintenance Carry out other project requirements as per Project Manager LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNICATION Organize, lead and participate in regular department meetings Provide training and guidance for your assigned Restoration crew Ensure that crews and subcontractors are compliant with safety and environmental policy Regularly complete Field Level Hazards Assessments PRIOR to entering a job site Report and record all safety incidents involving yourself, subcontractors or technicians Become familiar with all PPE requirements on each job site, regularly maintain and organize PPE and safety equipment Perform daily field logs Correspond with the Project Manager to ensure production rates and other progress metrics are being met Provide project feedback to Project Manager and Operations Manager Respond to emails, text messages, and phone calls in a timely fashion Ensure confirmations for completion of work are consistently provided to Project Managers Perform Maintenance logs as necessary Review department financials yearly with team OTHER DUTIES Transport crews and materials to site as needed Ensure that provided vehicle is operated in a safe and respectful manner Correspond with Equipment Manager when regular maintenance, cleaning and repairs are required on the provided vehicle Clean, organize and maintain tool condition. Report lost or damaged equipment and PPE to Equipment Manager Tool rentals, returns, purchase as necessary Keep up to date on relevant training QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 2 years experience in landscaping, tree planting or forestry High-quality plug planting skills Experience using hand saws and pruning shears Backcountry driving experience Experienced with working outdoors in challenging weather Experience supervising small team-oriented crews Has a passion for the outdoors and environmental stewardship Has an interest and curiosity for horticulture and restoration Physical abilities must include: heavy lifting, resilience to cold and wet conditions, athletic level fitness, can travel by foot for long distances over uneven terrain Strong knowledge of irrigation system design Willingness to work and travel alone Willingness to learn and grow your career Wage: $26.00 – $32.00 Future opportunities: Project manager Safety coordinator Quality Assurance manager Location: Calgary, AB APPLY HERE: https://forms.gle/7pE2iv6poa8S9PEf6