Foreman

JORDAN FOSTER CONSTRUCTION•El Paso, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for supporting and assisting the Project Superintendent with overall management of large or small construction project(s). The Foreman is responsible for scheduling, coordinating, and supervising craft employees, which may include one or more trade groups (concrete, carpenters, laborers, etc.) working on the same or various projects. The role involves ensuring projects progress according to design, budget, and schedule, managing productivity, materials, and equipment, and maintaining high standards in leadership, safety, quality, and productivity for the project crew. The Foreman also ensures compliance with project procedures, safety programs, work rules, and company policies, and assists in resolving potential problems.

Requirements

Knowledge of various construction disciplines, cost construction, scheduling, safety regulations, project drawings, and other required documents.
Able to generate Word documents and understand and populate documents in various software.
Able to interpret contract drawings and use the tools of their trade efficiently.
Be able to train others on the proper use of hand tools and power tools.
Able to follow established safety rules as applicable to maintain a safe environment, and to adapt and respond to potentially hazardous conditions and use the appropriate PPE.
Able to follow directions, instructions, structured processes, and procedures.
Able to work in all weather conditions (extreme heat/cold, wind, rain).
Bachelor’s in engineering or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience.
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in construction in a supervisory capacity.
Valid Driver’s License with clear MVR (may be required).

Nice To Haves

Able to communicate effectively in English/Spanish (preferred).

Responsibilities

Assist with the supervision of construction efforts to ensure the project is progressing in accordance with design, budget, and schedule.
Assume responsibility for the productivity of crafts, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the project, determine workforce levels, material quantities, and equipment, and ensure that these requirements are maintained.
Schedule subcontractors, consultants, and vendors in the critical path to ensure timely completion.
Perform quality control duties and responsibilities regarding the work being performed.
Supervise craft employees and/or other contractors as required by the contract.
Must set standards of excellence in leadership, safety, quality, and productivity for the members of the project crew.
Ensure that the job site is always kept in a clean and organized manner, and perform a job progress and completion list.
Advise senior-level supervision/project management of potential problems, interferences, and schedule difficulties.
Ensure all on-site personnel comply with project procedures, safety program requirements, work rules, and company policies.
Assist in circumventing/resolving such problems as required.
Adheres to procedures, regulations, and guidelines while minimizing errors and safety risks.
Regular attendance is required according to company policy to ensure the crew can operate at the normal efficiency level.
Follow instructions and comprehend construction needs.
Performs other duties of a similar nature as assigned.