Lead Foreman

Posillico Civil, Inc.•West Palm Beach, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Foreman oversees daily construction-site operations to ensure work is completed efficiently, within allocated schedules and budgets, and in accordance with project plans, building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards. Serving as a link between construction crews and project management, the Lead Foreman directs field activities, coordinates subcontractors and resources, monitors production and costs, and communicates project progress and issues. The position also involves operating or maintaining equipment and tools, assisting with labor as needed, and ensuring crews understand daily production goals and site-specific safety requirements.

Requirements

Strong leadership and communication skills, including the ability to mentor and motivate crew members.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, project plans, schedules, and specifications.
Understanding of safety regulations, DOT requirements, and quality-control procedures.
Willingness to obtain and maintain required certifications and training, such as CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 30.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to meet physical requirements, including lifting heavy objects, bending, and kneeling.
May be required to work extended hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 5+ years' experience in the heavy construction industry is preferred.
Knowledge of bridge, highway, and/or concrete rehabilitation.
Spanish-speaking skills to communicate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct the daily work of field crews, including laborers, carpenters, ironworkers, and equipment operators.
Emphasize safety, quality, and production, and ensure field personnel use appropriate safety equipment, including PPE, shoring, and fall protection.
Monitor construction activities and hazards involving employees, subcontractors, and moving heavy equipment.
Communicate project progress, issues, and resource needs to the Superintendent or Project Manager.
Coordinate with subcontractors required to complete the work.
Attend job-site safety and progress meetings as required.
Complete daily electronic reports, including timecards, diaries, job-site photos, quantities, safety observations, and JHAs.
Review daily production and cost analyses to help meet budget and schedule requirements.
Review contracts, project documentation, plans, schedules, and specifications to ensure work conforms to project requirements.
Schedule required state and local inspections.
Ensure work meets quality-control standards.
Oversee field personnel, schedules, and construction operations.
Hold daily huddles to communicate crew goals, production, and job-site safety requirements.
Maintain clear communication with crew members, superintendents, clients, client representatives, and office staff.
Operate heavy equipment, use tools, and assist with labor as required.
Monitor labor, equipment, hauling, and production to meet budgets.
Manage and evaluate equipment, tools, and materials for assigned jobs or tasks.
Ensure equipment is inspected and maintained daily, and schedule maintenance as needed.
Ensure operators properly maintain and thoroughly clean equipment and hand tools at the end of each day.