We are looking for a knowledgeable, experienced construction foreman to coordinate operations and assist with managing workers at our numerous construction sites. As the liaison between workers and supervisors, the foreman will be the key person in charge of overseeing the completion of the project with a keen awareness of material expenses, permits, and employee safety. The ideal applicant will have a solid background in the field, strong leadership skills and the ability to direct the work of others and make quick decisions. The ideal applicant will also be willing to step in and assist the team with whatever tasks that may be necessary to complete the project on any given day, whether that be pulling wire/cable, assisting with physical labor, troubleshooting, etc. The construction foreman must be well-organized and strongly focused on safety above all and at all times.
Foreman Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee and ensure that all safety rules are being followed at all sites at all times
Pull cable, help team with installation, and do physical tasks when necessary or assigned to them
Coordinate with Project Manager to assign daily tasks according to priorities and plans, adjusting as necessary due to weather, supply delivery, and personnel
Ability to delegate responsibilities and individual projects to the crew and contractors.
Provide for adequate resources and staffing to meet safety needs, regulations, best practices, laws and project schedule
Emphasis on the safe use of tools, machinery, and equipment including training on safety gear, helmets, and procedures
Develop and oversee quality standards on all sites
Assist with monitoring and managing project budgets on all sites
Resolve conflicts or miscommunication that may happen on-site quickly and amicably
Report project status to supervisors, site engineers and officials regularly
Foreman Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
Extensive knowledge of construction best practices, equipment maintenance, and use, and OSHA guidelines
Understanding of use and maintenance of electrical systems
Ability to read drawings, plans, and blueprints and convey this information to others
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Ability to communicate and report effectively
Aptitude in math and strong problem-solving abilities