Foreman

Ames Construction•Farmington, NM

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are the reason we continue to succeed. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected. At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means we look out for one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company. Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges and deliver work we’re proud of. When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success — where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future. The Foreman is responsible for managing and coordinating construction crews from start to finish, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This includes planning, directing, and overseeing the activities of employees engaged in construction work. This position is classified as “safety-sensitive.” Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are the reason we continue to succeed. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected. At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means we look out for one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company. Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges and deliver work we’re proud of. When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success — where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future. Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. This position requires ensuring compliance with CMMC, FAR, and Accounting Standards in all Federal efforts.

Requirements

A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
A minimum of one (1) year of experience in a supervisory or related role with proven leadership skills
A working knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction and repair of structures
Possesses the technical skills for interpreting construction methods, technologies, and technical drawings
Ability to drive projects to completion on time and within budget
Experience training, mentoring, and supervising workers
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to convey information to others effectively
Ability to successfully organize, plan, and prioritize work
Customer service skills to communicate with inspectors and administration, developing a positive relationship
Time management skills to meet deadlines and ensure construction phases are completed on-time

Responsibilities

Coordinates daily tasks according to priorities and plans.
Makes changes due to weather, materials, and personnel.
Delegates individual responsibilities and projects to crew members and contractors
Trains, mentors, and supervises employees and contractors
Provides adequate resources to meet project schedules, laws, regulations, best practices and safety needs
Emphasizes the safe use of tools, machinery and equipment
Provides training on safety gear and procedures
Develops and manages quality standards for sites
Resolves conflicts or miscommunications quickly and amicably
Regularly reports project status to supervisors, site engineers, and other parties