Sheet Metal Foreperson Local 47

Sheet Metal Shop Foreperson (Evening Shift) - Ottawa, ON

Lead Projects. Build Teams. Deliver Excellence.

Modern Niagara is seeking an experienced Sheet Metal Foreperson to join our Ottawa team on an evening shift. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled leader who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and is passionate about safety, productivity, quality workmanship, and team development.

Working under the applicable Local 47 union agreement, the Sheet Metal Foreperson will play a key role in planning, coordinating, and overseeing field operations to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to the highest standards.

Role Summary

The Sheet Metal Foreperson leads day-to-day field operations for sheet metal and HVAC installations on construction projects. Responsible for supervising crews, coordinating work activities, and maintaining project schedules, the Foreperson ensures work is executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.

Success in this role means productive crews, strong safety performance, quality fabrication, and successful project delivery.

Why This Role Matters to Modern Niagara

Forepersons are critical to project success. Their leadership influences safety outcomes, productivity, workmanship quality, employee development, and client satisfaction. By fostering strong teamwork and accountability on-site, they help Modern Niagara consistently deliver exceptional projects and maintain lasting client relationships.

Key Impact / Purpose

• Lead and supervise sheet metal crews to achieve project milestones safely and efficiently.


• Maintain high standards of quality, productivity, and workmanship.


• Support project schedules through effective planning, coordination, and communication.


• Champion Modern Niagara's safety culture and ensure compliance with all safety requirements.


• Build and develop high-performing shop team that contribute to project and regional success.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate sheet metal crews in a shop environment.


• Plan daily and weekly work activities to meet project schedules and milestones.


• Review drawings, manufacturing requirements, and project schedules.


• Coordinate labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractors as required.


• Monitor productivity and identify opportunities for improved efficiency.


• Ensure the components being manufactured meet project specifications, quality standards, and applicable codes.


• Conduct toolbox talks, safety meetings, and shop inspections.


• Enforce health and safety regulations and company policies.


• Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents,


• Identify and resolve shop issues proactively.


• Mentor apprentices and support workforce development.


• Complete required shop documentation, timesheets, and progress reports.


• Maintain a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment.

Must Haves

• Sheet Metal Worker Certificate of Qualification, or relevant experience running a manufacturing shop with similar equipment


• Proven experience manufacturing crews in a shop environment

• Strong experience leading a high-volume production team.

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.


• Demonstrated commitment to health and safety leadership.


• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Experience coordinating labour, materials, and project activities.


• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced construction environment.


• Willingness and ability to our east end shop

Nice to Haves

• Local 47 union membership.


• Experience on healthcare, institutional, mission-critical, or large commercial projects.


• Working knowledge of scheduling and construction planning principles.


• Fall Protection, Elevated Work Platform, and First Aid certifications.


• Experience with prefabrication and lean construction practices.


• Previous experience with workforce planning and apprentice mentorship.

Position Details

This is an New position.

Compensation: Local 47 Union Foreperson Rate (in accordance with the applicable collective agreement)

Modern Niagara offers a competitive total compensation package including*:

• 24/7 confidential support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program with access to comprehensive resources and professional services


• Annual Community Day dedicated to volunteering and giving back to the communities where we live and work


• Corporate Discounts through various vendors across Canada for programs such as fitness, mobile phones, travel, home and auto insurance and many others

Here at Modern Niagara, because we know our people are the best in the industry, we pride ourselves on providing a total compensation package that rewards employees for their hard work and supports employees and their families in their overall wellbeing.

About Modern Niagara

Who We Are

Modern Niagara helps building owners, managers, and general contractors meet the mechanical and electrical needs of their buildings across Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Southwestern Ontario, and Ottawa. We are committed to having a positive and meaningful impact on Canada's infrastructure and on the communities where we live, learn, work, and heal. We build for life.

Our Culture & Values

We value passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork. Health and safety are embedded in everything we do, and our award-winning safety culture consistently performs well above industry standards.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Modern Niagara

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization where everyone has access to opportunity, feels a sense of belonging, and can thrive. We actively work to remove barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups, including women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and newcomers to Canada in the construction industry.

We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences and are committed to a barrier-free hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] so we can make appropriate arrangements.

We appreciate every applicant's interest in joining Modern Niagara. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.