Scene Ideas Inc. Looking for Scene Shop Construction Foreman at Richmond, BC Full Time

• Reviewing all upcoming projects with Operations and Sales to prepare timelines, plans, materials, and resources
• Work with the Fabrication & Rentals Coordinator on ordering stock materials to ensure that the shop is well stocked with all commonly used materials and hardware
• Reviewing and disseminating the project info with the fabrication team (construction, welding, paint, print, etc.)
• Overseeing the build of the project through to completion
• Overseeing the gathering of all set elements and tools for the installation of the project
• Overseeing the packaging and loading of all custom set elements onto truck(s) for shipping
• Assisting in the tracking of labour numbers and submitting them to the Director of Operations & Rentals
• Oversee the tracking of material usage
• Maintaining all tools and shop equipment in good working condition
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the repair log for tool maintenance which outlines when the tools have been checked, cleaned and, if necessary, repaired

• Proactively reviewing and discussing all upcoming projects with the sales team and clarifying outstanding or missing information
• Identifying any gaps in project details or shortages in materials and labour and then initiating the appropriate steps to rectify
• Reviewing plans of all projects being built in the shop and asking pertinent questions that may apply to the build
• Clearly communicating and disseminating project details to the fabrication team and ensuring all team members have all required information readily available to them for successful execution
• Sharing build plans with the fabrication team so that material take offs can be conducted to determine what is needed and identifying any potential material shortages that may arise
• With the Operations team, work on developing workback schedules for all projects that identify priorities and key deliverables
• With the Operations Team work on managing budget parameters for all fabrication projects
• Working with the Fabrication & Rentals Coordinator, manage and oversee the fabrication team’s workflow to ensure all projects are completed efficiently, on time and within budget
• Liaising as needed with the sales team, warehouse, and office to ensure all client deliverables are fulfilled
• With the Operations team, monitor the supply of materials and labour throughout builds to ensure that shortages do not occur

• Reviewing current and upcoming projects to identify and report any inefficiencies or perceived shortages in manpower and working with the operations team to schedule crew accordingly
• Supervising and training (as required) assigned staff which may include full-time, part-time, student and temporary employees
• Ensuring that all department and team members are working safely, efficiently and in accordance with all health and safety protocols
• Consistently leading by example, offering supportive management to all members of the team, empowering staff and helping to foster and work with co-workers in a friendly and productive work environment
• Assisting in problem solving, negotiating and addressing of staff challenges

• To always conduct oneself in a courteous and professional manner
• To contribute in positive ways that foster a collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• To always respond to all communications, verbal or written, in a timely manner
• To approach workflow in a proactive fashion, following up with relevant parties as needed
• To be forward thinking, always considering the bigger picture and how to best achieve it
• To make recommendations and suggestions to improve workflow and efficiencies
• To finish tasks to completion
• To provide updates and status reports regularly especially when tasks have been completed
• To clarify any tasks, items or requests that are unclear or require more explanation
• To ask for help when needed
• To express and share goals for professional development
• To support teammates
• To understand and adhere to the company’s code of conduct

• This position is a hourly position, and it is expected that the successful proponent manages their work hours to ensure all tasks are complete both on time and on budget
• Office hours are Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm (PST)

About Scene Ideas Inc.:

Scene Ideas is a staging rentals and custom scenery shop, originally created as the necessary solution to meet the growing needs of the local events industry in Vancouver. Employing a task-force of specialized and experienced tradespeople, technicians, artisans and designers, our 12,000 square foot facility is equipped to handle all aspects of fabrication from woodworking to welding, metal work, scenic painting, scenic automation and sculpting. All levels of production are seamlessly integrated via our team’s full CAD and graphics capabilities. Working drawings, engineering plans and rich renderings are synchronized to ensure comprehensive communication from concept through to execution.Scene Ideas also maintains Western Canada’s largest inventory of Steeldeck® staging and accessories. Our ever-expanding inventory of scenic elements are in stock and can be rented ‘off-the-shelf’ or customized in-house. The mandate at Scene Ideas is to provide exceptional customer service under any and all circumstances. Since its inception, the legacy of Scene Ideas has been customer satisfaction and the success of our clients has been the keystone of the company’s continued success. We are very proud of the team we have built throughout the years and our client’s success is of paramount importance for each and every member of our team.Visit our website at: https://sceneideas.caWith the growth of their in-house print shop, Scene Ideas has created a printing services branch, Caliper Print and Signage Solutions, in order to individually focus on the growth potential and offerings of both Scene Ideas and Caliper.Caliper’s mission is to always provide exceptional quality print and signage solutions that ensure each individual client’s message and brand are recognizable, memorable, and remarkable. With their commitment to quality, precision, client service, innovation and speed, their collection of in-house fabrication and finishing technologies allow them to deliver high quality, cost-effective solutions under one roof. For more information, visit our website at https://www.caliperprint.ca/.