Foreman - Concrete

Description

The Concrete Foreman will be responsible for directing and supervising a variety of tasks including the planning, lay-out, installation of rebar, embeds and anchor bolts for installation of concrete structures in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards. The Foreman will also plan and coordinate the efforts of the lead men and craft workers under his/her supervision and motivate them to accomplish the work safely, correctly and efficiently. A great attitude, strong work ethic and attention to detail and safety protocols are essential to success in this role.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee all activities pertaining to concrete construction work including dividing projects into different stages and evaluating how much labor, material and equipment are required for each stage.
• Maintain accurate records of the number of hours worked and the amount of materials used for each project.
• Assign, coordinate and supervise daily activities of up to 15 craft workers.
• Verify delivery of materials as to condition, quality and compliance.
• Ensure that formwork and shoring are erected, supported, and dismantled based on engineering designs and drawings.
• Inspect concrete after the formwork and shoring have been removed and instruct crew on how to correct defects and concrete imperfections.
• Maintain good communication with crew, superintendents, project managers, and clients at all times.
• Ability to establish and shoot elevations.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with the contract documents.
• Ensure the effective use and maintenance of all jobsite equipment, and jobsite security.
• Appraise performance of crew personnel and make recommendations as to advancement, promotion, firing or other change status.
• Provide leadership that results in a safe work environment by following all safety policies and procedures.
• Resolve all problems that may affect project quality and completion.
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule to include overtime as needed.
• Must be able to travel up to 100% throughout Texas, and occasionally out of state, as needed.
• Perform other general labor duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Great attitude and strong work ethic.
• 5 years of supervisory experience in concrete construction.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Bilingual preferred, not required.
• Ability to read and interpret plans.
• Ability to operate equipment (forklift, skidsteer, backhoe, excavator work, etc.)
• Knowledge of OSHA & MSHA regulations.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent management and leadership skills.

Working Conditions

Work involves various types of conditions encountered while working on construction sites.

• Frequently walk, stand, bend, climb, stoop, or kneel. Use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. May be required to work in confined spaces. Must have quick reaction time and vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and good depth perception in order to adjust focus, judge distances and space relationships. Potential exposure to loud noise (construction site) and variable weather conditions including rain, snow, cold and extreme heat.
• Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds of material and up to 100 pounds of material with assistance.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

How to Apply