Foreman - Heavy Highway Grade Division

S.T. Wooten Corporation•Apex, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Foreman - Heavy Highway Grade Division is responsible for the efficient management of assigned projects or operations. This position has direct responsibility for personnel, equipment, scheduling, safety, quality workmanship, and the timely completion of assigned projects within the estimated budget. The role involves supervising, directing, and motivating crews, ensuring proper training, conducting performance evaluations, and overseeing the use of equipment to improve job performance and control costs. The Foreman must also perform equipment inspections, maintain daily records, ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, and promote a positive company image.

Requirements

Must be a minimum of 21 years old.
Valid NC Driver License and clean driving record.
Minimum of 3 years' experience in heavy highway construction and commercial grade.
Have equipment knowledge.
Experience grading.
GPS experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with NCDOT and/or Federal projects desired, but not required.

Responsibilities

Supervise, direct and motivate crew to assure completion of assigned project as instructed by the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and/or the project manager.
Ensure that new personnel are adequately trained in company policies, safety requirements and job responsibilities.
Conduct thorough periodic evaluation of assigned personnel with special emphasis on their contribution to the company and our contribution to them.
Assist and direct crews in proper use of equipment, improving job performance, controlling cost and quality of work, increasing productivity, improving communication and housekeeping on project.
Perform equipment inspections, request maintenance and repairs following the company TPR program.
Monitor crews and maintain regular work hours. Maintain daily payroll records and log hours worked for each employee assigned to you.
Maintain detailed daily diary, recording conversations, weather conditions and events which could be used for future reference.
Complete all required daily reports, verify their accuracy and transmit promptly to the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and/or project manager.
Insure all work complies with local laws, NCDOT requirements, ordinances, EPA regulations or other governing authority (i.e. OSHA, MSHA, etc.). This includes all subcontractors working on your project.
Insure all work is performed with emphasis on safety utilizing daily huddle meetings to communicate potential hazards. Insist upon compliance of all safety regulations. Conduct weekly tool box meetings with safety on the agenda. Will be held responsible for safety of the crew.
Maintain good relations with general public, engineers, architects, inspectors and customers to facilitate job progress and to promote a positive company image. Develop a courteous and considerate attitude toward these groups.
Encourage the development of corporate unity, insuring team spirit and pride throughout the company.
Perform additional duties as required in the operations of the project or as directed by the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and/or project manager.
Must have regular and predictable attendance.