Laborer Foreman

Bechtel•Houston, TX

11d

About The Position

The Laborer Foreman is responsible for overseeing and directing work activities on construction sites. This role involves ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in all operations. The foreman must be knowledgeable in various craft disciplines, able to interpret blueprints and specifications, and manage project scope, priorities, and schedules. Additionally, the foreman plays a key role in cost control, accurate reporting, and timely problem resolution to maintain project goals and standards.

Requirements

6 years of industrial construction experience.
2 years in supervisory roles.
Knowledge of other craft disciplines.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Understanding of job specifications.
Familiarity with project cost control procedures.
Commitment to staying within established cost goals and unit rate standards.
Ability to ensure accurate reports are submitted.

Responsibilities

Identify and correct unsafe practices and conditions.
Check and improve existing job/task methods and procedures.
Instruct journeymen in craft tasks, including safety procedures.
Coordinate work between different crafts to prevent conflicts.
Read and interpret blueprints and job specifications.
Inspect finished work for quality and completeness.
Understand and integrate project work scope, priorities, and schedules.
Complete planned work on schedule.
Identify and address potential problems in a timely manner.
Take remedial action for work not meeting standards.
Adhere to project cost control procedures and stay within cost goals.
Ensure accurate submission of reports (time sheets, backcharges, quantity, work status).