Build a Career Jacob Bros offers a wide range of challenging career opportunities in an exciting and focused work environment.
The work we do benefits and shapes the landscape and economy of British Columbia. We are always on the lookout for hard-working and collaborative people.
Jacob Bros is currently expanding and looking for candidates for the following positions.
Executive Assistant / Administrative Assistant (Maternity Leave Coverage – 2 Year Contract) – Surrey, BC
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Jacob Bros Construction is now hiring an Executive Assistant /Administrative Assistant for Maternity Leave Coverage (2 year contract).
In the second year of the contract, the successful candidate will transition to the role of Administrative Assistant, and will provide general administrative support, including but not limited to reception coverage, internal and external correspondence, and project administrative support services.
About the Opportunity:
The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing direct administrative support to the Corporate Executive staff, including the President & CEO, and the Chief Operating Officer. The position requires complete confidentiality and flexibility to ensure that exceptional support is provided as needed both during, and outside of, standard working hours.
The Executive Assistant reports to the Corporate Executive and is supervised by the Office Manager. This position is 100% office based.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
About Jacob Bros:
Jacob Bros is a mid-sized, multi-disciplinary Canadian General Contractor specializing in heavy civil and commercial construction. A privately held firm, our principals are actively involved in the daily operations of the company. We self-perform much of the work we contract in order to maintain control of schedule, quality and cost. We are accountable for the outcome of every project.
Jacob Bros owns a large fleet of modern equipment and continually reinvests in order to stay current and satisfy ever-changing project demands. We are a client-based business – we know that projects come and go, but strong relationships endure.
Jacob Bros operates an open shop, free enterprise business. Our offices are located in Surrey, BC with a satellite office in Duncan, on Vancouver Island.
We thank all applicants for their interest in careers with Jacob Bros. Due to high volumes of applicants, only those selected for consideration will be contacted by a member of our hiring team.
Jacob Bros Construction is now hiring an Executive Assistant /Administrative Assistant for Maternity Leave Coverage (2 year contract).
In the second year of the contract, the successful candidate will transition to the role of Administrative Assistant, and will provide general administrative support, including but not limited to reception coverage, internal and external correspondence, and project administrative support services.
About the Opportunity:
The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing direct administrative support to the Corporate Executive staff, including the President & CEO, and the Chief Operating Officer. The position requires complete confidentiality and flexibility to ensure that exceptional support is provided as needed both during, and outside of, standard working hours.
The Executive Assistant reports to the Corporate Executive and is supervised by the Office Manager. This position is 100% office based.
Responsibilities:
- Manages Corporate Executive Reception area and Executive Lounge; acts as first point of contact for arrival of clients and guests to the Executive Offices
- Calendar and schedule management for Corporate Executives
- Corporate and personal travel management for Corporate Executives
- Manages ad hoc corporate special project assignments including events management (charity events, golf tournaments, etc.)
- Attends Business Leadership Meetings to facilitate, record minutes, and provide IT support; prepares and distribute agendas and meeting minutes
- Maintains accurate list of outstanding tasks for Corporate Executives
- Manages President’s in-tray and prioritizes tasks for quick completion times
- Prepares confidential correspondence
- Tracks and reconciles approved vacation and leave time for all employees in the company
- Tracks and coordinates Employee Service Awards
- Responsible for Executive Visa reconciliation, petty cash, purchasing and managing corporate gift cards, maintaining executive annual renewals (rewards programs, etc.)
- Serves as backup for Jacob Bros database management, ordering of business cards, corporate fuel cards and ferry reservations
- Orders and organizes meals, stocks food and beverage inventory as required
- Personal support duties for Corporate Executives as required
- Other administrative duties as assigned by the Office Manager or Corporate Executives
Qualifications:
- Two (2) or more years’ experience in an Administrative role for a general contractor, sub-contractor, or engineering firm is strongly preferred
- Diploma or Undergraduate Degree in Business Administration or related field preferred
- Professional demeanor and respect for confidentiality
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and business acumen
- Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy with all tasks
- Proven track record of strong organization skills with great attention to detail
- Proven track record of superior multi-tasking, prioritizing and time management skills
- Pleasant and accommodating demeanor with a strong commitment to providing a high level of support
- Career-minded as position continues evenings and weekends when required
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
About Jacob Bros:
Jacob Bros is a mid-sized, multi-disciplinary Canadian General Contractor specializing in heavy civil and commercial construction. A privately held firm, our principals are actively involved in the daily operations of the company. We self-perform much of the work we contract in order to maintain control of schedule, quality and cost. We are accountable for the outcome of every project.
Jacob Bros owns a large fleet of modern equipment and continually reinvests in order to stay current and satisfy ever-changing project demands. We are a client-based business – we know that projects come and go, but strong relationships endure.
Jacob Bros operates an open shop, free enterprise business. Our offices are located in Surrey, BC with a satellite office in Duncan, on Vancouver Island.
We thank all applicants for their interest in careers with Jacob Bros. Due to high volumes of applicants, only those selected for consideration will be contacted by a member of our hiring team.
Junior Proposal Specialist / Technical Writer – Surrey, British Columbia
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Jacob Bros Construction is now hiring a Junior Proposal Specialist / Technical Writer.
The successful candidate will have a combination of relevant training and work experience as a technical writer in the construction industry.
About the Opportunity:
The Junior Proposal Specialist /Technical Writer is responsible for technical writing and editing successful proposal documents to communicate Jacob Bros services in the construction sector, and win new projects.
Responsibilities:
About Jacob Bros:
Jacob Bros is a mid-sized, multi-disciplinary Canadian General Contractor specializing in heavy civil and commercial construction. A privately held firm, our principals are actively involved in the daily operations of the company. We self-perform much of the work we contract in order to maintain control of schedule, quality and cost. We are accountable for the outcome of every project.
Jacob Bros owns a large fleet of modern equipment and continually reinvests in order to stay current and satisfy ever-changing project demands. We are a client-based business – we know that projects come and go, but strong relationships endure.
Jacob Bros operates an open shop, free enterprise business. Our offices are located in Surrey, BC with a satellite office in Duncan, on Vancouver Island.
We thank all applicants for their interest in careers with Jacob Bros. Due to high volumes of applicants, only those selected for consideration will be contacted by a member of our hiring team.
Jacob Bros Construction is now hiring a Junior Proposal Specialist / Technical Writer.
The successful candidate will have a combination of relevant training and work experience as a technical writer in the construction industry.
About the Opportunity:
The Junior Proposal Specialist /Technical Writer is responsible for technical writing and editing successful proposal documents to communicate Jacob Bros services in the construction sector, and win new projects.
Responsibilities:
- Assists the Proposal Specialist in technical writing, planning, drafting, and designing overall proposal documents, showcasing company value proposition and ensuring compliance with RFP/RFI requirements
- Continuously edits and proofreads proposal document materials to ensure quality, accuracy, clarity, consistency and completeness
- Manages tasks for multiple projects concurrently to meet tight deadlines and submission target dates
- Establishes positive working relationships amongst proposal team members; coordinates amongst team to ensure individual contributions are submitted on time and meet all standards of the client
- Maintains internal proposal material databases as required; captures and updates proposal information ensuring current data is provided
- Assists with document management and data entry using MS Word and MS Office applications as related to proposal tasks and preparation of proposal responses
- Assists with preparation and delivery of final documents to meet deadline requirements
- Additional assignments per management discretion including but not limited to support of marketing material preparation and participation in special projects
- Post secondary degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications or Technical Writing, or related experience in professional proposals
- Experience or background with civil, structural, or related construction experience is a strong asset
- Excellent business written and communication skills with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
- Proven time management and time prioritization skills
- Strong team player who demonstrates ability to work both collaboratively and independently
- Saavy with the Internet and comfortable using different applications and websites including Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, InDesign, Access, and Adobe Acrobat
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the construction and engineering industries
About Jacob Bros:
Jacob Bros is a mid-sized, multi-disciplinary Canadian General Contractor specializing in heavy civil and commercial construction. A privately held firm, our principals are actively involved in the daily operations of the company. We self-perform much of the work we contract in order to maintain control of schedule, quality and cost. We are accountable for the outcome of every project.
Jacob Bros owns a large fleet of modern equipment and continually reinvests in order to stay current and satisfy ever-changing project demands. We are a client-based business – we know that projects come and go, but strong relationships endure.
Jacob Bros operates an open shop, free enterprise business. Our offices are located in Surrey, BC with a satellite office in Duncan, on Vancouver Island.
We thank all applicants for their interest in careers with Jacob Bros. Due to high volumes of applicants, only those selected for consideration will be contacted by a member of our hiring team.
Dump Truck Driver (Tri-Axle Experience) – Vancouver, BC
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Jacob Bros Construction is immediately hiring a Dump Truck Driver (Tri-Axle Experience) for projects in Vancouver and the lower mainland area.
Tri-Axle truck and pony experience is a mandatory requirement. This position is not suitable for entry level Dump Truck Drivers.
Your Rewards:
- Full-time, permanent employment
- Work 10-12/h days, 5-6 days per week
- Earn overtime after 8 hours per day, and double time after 12 hours per day
- Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan
- Group RRSP contribution
- Vacation pay
- 5 Year Service Award (Trip for two anywhere in North America)
- Eligibility for $500 Referral Bonus Program
Responsibilities:
- Safe and efficient operation of tandem dump truck and trucks with pony trailers to deliver materials including dirt, sand and gravel and meet production targets
- Performs daily safety and maintenance checks
- Maintains Log book for each trip
- Other labour duties as assigned
- Minimum 2 years experience driving commercial vehicles and pulling pony and transfer in the lower mainland
- Tri-Axle experience is a mandatory requirement
- Must be familiar with all local major truck routes, scales and traffic laws
- Unrestricted Class 1 license is mandatory
- Clean drivers abstract is required
- Must be legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada
About Jacob Bros:
About Jacob Bros:
Jacob Bros is a mid-sized, multi-disciplinary Canadian General Contractor specializing in heavy civil and buildings construction. A privately held firm, our principals are actively involved in the daily operations of the company. We self-perform much of the work we contract in order to maintain control of schedule, quality and cost. We are accountable for the outcome of every project.
Jacob Bros owns a large fleet of modern equipment and continually reinvests in order to stay current and satisfy ever-changing project demands. We are a client-based business – we know that projects come and go, but strong relationships endure.
Jacob Bros operates an open shop, free enterprise business. Our offices are located in Surrey, BC with a satellite office on Vancouver Island.
Skilled & General Labourers – Surrey, BC
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Jacob Bros Construction is immediately hiring Civil Skilled & General Labourers for projects throughout the lower mainland.
Your Rewards:
- Full-time, permanent employment
- Work 10-12/h days, 5-6 days per week
- Earn overtime after 8 hours per day, and double time after 12 hours per day
- Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan
- Group RRSP contribution
- Vacation pay
- 5 Year Service Award (Trip for two anywhere in North America)
- Eligibility for $500 Referral Bonus Program
- Manual labour, cleaning and preparing sites
- Raking, shoveling, unloading trucks and maintenance tasks
- Digging trenches, raking and shoveling
- Cleaning debris and removing waste materials from sites
- Operate hand tools as directed
- Work safely around heavy construction equipment
- Other labour duties as assigned
- One (1) year proven civil construction experience for a privately held or family-owned general contracting business is preferred
- Must be legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada
About Jacob Bros:
Jacob Bros is a mid-sized, multi-disciplinary Canadian General Contractor specializing in heavy civil and commercial construction. A privately held firm, our principals are actively involved in the daily operations of the company. We self-perform much of the work we contract in order to maintain control of schedule, quality and cost. We are accountable for the outcome of every project.
Jacob Bros owns a large fleet of modern equipment and continually reinvests in order to stay current and satisfy ever-changing project demands. We are a client-based business – we know that projects come and go, but strong relationships endure.
Jacob Bros operates an open shop, free enterprise business. Our offices are located in Surrey, BC with a satellite office in Duncan, on Vancouver Island.
Heavy Equipment Operator – Vancouver, BC
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Jacob Bros Construction is immediately hiring Heavy Equipment Operators for projects throughout the lower mainland.
Your Rewards:
- Full-time, permanent employment
- Work 10-12/h days, 5-6 days per week
- Earn overtime after 8 hours per day, and double time after 12 hours per day
- Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan
- Group RRSP contribution
- Vacation pay
- 5 Year Service Award (Trip for two anywhere in North America)
- Eligibility for $500 Referral Bonus Program
Responsibilities:
- Safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment including Excavators, Dozers, Skid-steer and Backhoe loaders to meet production targets
- Performs daily safety and maintenance checks
- Other labour duties as assigned
- Three (3) years proven operating experience for a privately held or family-owned general contracting business
- Valid BC driver’s license
- Must be legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada
About Jacob Bros:
About Jacob Bros:
Jacob Bros is a mid-sized, multi-disciplinary Canadian General Contractor specializing in heavy civil and buildings construction. A privately held firm, our principals are actively involved in the daily operations of the company. We self-perform much of the work we contract in order to maintain control of schedule, quality and cost. We are accountable for the outcome of every project.
Jacob Bros owns a large fleet of modern equipment and continually reinvests in order to stay current and satisfy ever-changing project demands. We are a client-based business – we know that projects come and go, but strong relationships endure.
Jacob Bros operates an open shop, free enterprise business. Our offices are located in Surrey, BC with a satellite office on Vancouver Island.
Formwork Carpenter – Vancouver, BC
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Jacob Bros Construction is immediately hiring Formwork Carpenters for projects throughout the lower mainland.
Your Rewards:
- Full-time, permanent employment
- Work 10-12/h days, 5-6 days per week
- Earn overtime after 8 hours per day, and double time after 12 hours per day
- Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan
- Group RRSP contribution
- Vacation pay
- 5 Year Service Award (Trip for two anywhere in North America)
- Eligibility for $500 Referral Bonus Program
Responsibilities:
- Reads and interprets plans, drawings and specifications
- Assembles and installs wood and engineered formwork systems
- Builds structural formwork for concrete foundations, footings, retaining walls, columns, beams, suspended slabs and shafts
- Other labour duties as assigned
- One (1) year proven formwork carpentry experience for a privately held or family-owned general contracting business is preferred
- Journeyman or Apprentice Carpenter certification is an asset
- Must be legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada
About Jacob Bros:
Jacob Bros is a mid-sized, multi-disciplinary Canadian General Contractor specializing in heavy civil and commercial construction. A privately held firm, our principals are actively involved in the daily operations of the company. We self-perform much of the work we contract in order to maintain control of schedule, quality and cost. We are accountable for the outcome of every project.
Jacob Bros owns a large fleet of modern equipment and continually reinvests in order to stay current and satisfy ever-changing project demands. We are a client-based business – we know that projects come and go, but strong relationships endure.
Jacob Bros operates an open shop, free enterprise business. Our offices are located in Surrey, BC with a satellite office in Duncan, on Vancouver Island.
Pipelayer – Vancouver, BC
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Jacob Bros Construction is immediately hiring Pipelayers for projects throughout the lower mainland.
Your Rewards:
- Full-time, permanent employment
- Work 10-12/h days, 5-6 days per week
- Earn overtime after 8 hours per day, and double time after 12 hours per day
- Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan
- Group RRSP contribution
- Vacation pay
- 5 Year Service Award (Trip for two anywhere in North America)
- Eligibility for $500 Referral Bonus Program
Responsibilities:
- Installs pipe for storm, water, sanitary main, Hydro, Telus, and Shaw
- Grades trenches and culverts, positions pipe, seals joints
- Uses instruments including lasers, grade rods and transit levels
- Other labour duties as assigned
- Two (2) years proven civil pipelayer experience for a privately held or family-owned general contracting business is preferred
- Must be legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada
About Jacob Bros:
Jacob Bros is a mid-sized, multi-disciplinary Canadian General Contractor specializing in heavy civil and commercial construction. A privately held firm, our principals are actively involved in the daily operations of the company. We self-perform much of the work we contract in order to maintain control of schedule, quality and cost. We are accountable for the outcome of every project.
Jacob Bros owns a large fleet of modern equipment and continually reinvests in order to stay current and satisfy ever-changing project demands. We are a client-based business – we know that projects come and go, but strong relationships endure.
Jacob Bros operates an open shop, free enterprise business. Our offices are located in Surrey, BC with a satellite office in Duncan, on Vancouver Island.
Civil Skilled Labourers & Rock Truck Drivers (Harrison Mills) – Abbotsford, BC
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Jacob Bros Construction is immediately hiring Civil Construction Workers for projects in Harrison Mills, BC including:
- Civil Skilled Labourers
- Rock Truck Drivers
Accommodations and rotations are not available.
Your Rewards:
- Full-time, permanent employment
- Work 10-12/h days, 5-6 days per week
- Earn overtime after 8 hours per day, and double time after 12 hours per day
- Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan
- Group RRSP contribution
- Vacation pay
- 5 Year Service Award (Trip for two anywhere in North America)
- Eligibility for $500 Referral Bonus Program
- Manual labour, cleaning and preparing sites
- Raking, shoveling, unloading trucks and maintenance tasks
- Digging trenches and operating hand tools as directed
- Cleaning debris and removing waste materials from sites
- Work safely around heavy construction equipment
- Other labour duties as assigned
- Safe and efficient operation of articulated Rock Trucks including staging, hauling and dumping to meet production targets
- Performs daily safety and maintenance checks
- Cleans heavy equipment as required
- Other labour duties as assigned
Jacob Bros is a mid-sized, multi-disciplinary Canadian General Contractor specializing in heavy civil and commercial construction. A privately held firm, our principals are actively involved in the daily operations of the company. We self-perform much of the work we contract in order to maintain control of schedule, quality and cost. We are accountable for the outcome of every project.
Jacob Bros owns a large fleet of modern equipment and continually reinvests in order to stay current and satisfy ever-changing project demands. We are a client-based business – we know that projects come and go, but strong relationships endure.
Jacob Bros operates an open shop, free enterprise business. Our offices are located in Surrey, BC with a satellite office in Duncan, on Vancouver Island.
OFA 3 – Labourer or TCP – Abbotsford, B.C
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Jacob Bros Construction is immediately hiring OFA 3 General Labourer and Traffic Control Persons (TCPs) for projects in Harrison Mills, BC.
OFA 3 is a mandatory requirement for this role.
Your Rewards:
- Full-time, permanent employment
- Work 10-12/h days, 5-6 days per week
- Earn overtime after 8 hours per day, and double time after 12 hours per day
- Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan
- Group RRSP contribution
- Vacation pay
- 5 Year Service Award (Trip for two anywhere in North America)
- Eligibility for $500 Referral Bonus Program
- Manual labour, cleaning and preparing sites
- Raking, shoveling, unloading trucks and maintenance tasks
- Digging trenches, raking and shoveling
- Cleaning debris and removing waste materials from sites
- Operate hand tools as directed
- Work safely around heavy construction equipment
- Other labour duties as assigned
- OFA 3 is a mandatory requirement
- One (1) year proven civil construction experience for a privately held or family-owned general contracting business is preferred
- Must be legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada
About Jacob Bros:
Jacob Bros is a mid-sized, multi-disciplinary Canadian General Contractor specializing in heavy civil and commercial construction. A privately held firm, our principals are actively involved in the daily operations of the company. We self-perform much of the work we contract in order to maintain control of schedule, quality and cost. We are accountable for the outcome of every project.
Jacob Bros owns a large fleet of modern equipment and continually reinvests in order to stay current and satisfy ever-changing project demands. We are a client-based business – we know that projects come and go, but strong relationships endure.
Jacob Bros operates an open shop, free enterprise business. Our offices are located in Surrey, BC with a satellite office in Duncan, on Vancouver Island.
Winning culture.
Many organizations are burdened by cultures that hamper their ability to execute. Jacob Bros has established a culture that is founded on such values as hard work, dedication, attention to detail, innovation, individual accountability, a winning attitude and adaptability.
Quality people.
We provide long-term commitment, support and training to a skilled and experienced workforce that is second to none in the industry.
We are proud of our people.
