Foreman - Traveling

Rock Spring Contracting•Kensington, MD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Traveling Drywall Foreman is essential to the success of the projects at Rock Spring Contracting. This is a traveling position: the Traveling Foreman will be assigned to projects in different locations and will live near the jobsite for the duration of each assignment, with housing paid for by Rock Spring Contracting. A Traveling Foreman must have the ability to run large commercial construction jobs at locations outside of our home market and have knowledge and experience in all aspects of the drywall trade. This position will be responsible for working with the Superintendent and Project Manager in ensuring that a job runs smoothly day to day and provide on-site supervision and support. The success of the position will be determined by jobs being completed safely, on time and on budget. In recognition of the travel demands of this role, the Traveling Foreman receives enhanced compensation and paid housing at each project location.

Requirements

Previous experience in the construction field
Tech Savvy, able to use iPad and associated programs
Verfico, Plangrid, Email, Safety, Various GC construction software
Proficient in speaking and writing in English and Spanish
Excellent in Blueprint and Specification interpretation
Ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Willingness and ability to travel extensively and live at project locations for extended periods
Ability to obtain and maintain OSHA 30 certification

Responsibilities

Travel to and reside at assigned project locations for the duration of each job, leading Rock Spring crews on-site
Read and Interpret Plans and Specifications
Must be able to read plans and perform layout for all types of jobs
Reading and Implementing Engineer and shop drawings
Determine, schedule and verify correct manpower for assigned jobs based on budget and schedule needs.
Determine and communicate necessary manpower to keep job running on schedule
Effectively communicate with GC Project Superintendents and Management.
Develop good relationships with GCs on-site
Attend meetings as scheduled by GC field personnel
Complete and submit all required reports: Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Incident
Be the leader on the job.
Be a presence and go-to person for Rock Spring employees, GC employees and foremen from other trades.
Be able to recognize and enforce quality control
Ensure timely completion of rolling completion lists and punch lists
Keep the job clean and orderly. (trash, material, equipment, supplies, etc)
Present yourself and Rock Spring in a professional manner
Assist PM staff and Superintendent in pricing RFIs and field changes
Determine Labor needed for RFIs
Help PM determine material needed based on field conditions
Track and write tickets for work requested outside of contract
Exhibit a commitment to safety
Understand what it takes to have a safe job site
Attend Safety meetings as required
Ability to obtain and maintain OSHA 30 certification
Enforce safety with the entire team
Ensure all employees know the safety procedures of RSC and the GC customers
Conduct safety training and toolbox talks
Report all incidents as soon as possible to Rock Spring and GC Safety team
Work to ensure material is on-site to achieve the expected production and minimize waste.
Perform field take-offs and material verifications as needed to verify stud heights, field conditions and site-specific conditions.
Place orders, scheduling deliveries and minimizing waste.
Request materials with realistic lead times and delivery windows.
Work with personnel on-site to verify stocking means and methods
Other Duties as assigned