Foreman ( ROAD CONSTRUCTION )

FOREMAN leads and directs crew, equipment and resources on  assigned heavy civil (STREET AND ROAD) construction projects in a safe and efficient manner and according to federal and state heavy highway regulations. Foreman is second in command on project sites and reports directly to the Superintendent.

* Acts as hightest level of supervision on project site in Superintendent's absence in Concrete, Asphalt, Earthwork and/or Underground Utilities/Stormwater/Sanitary Sewer

* Supervise and lead crew 

* Operate and lead the crew with a 'safety first' mindset at all times

MANAGE AND LEAD PROJECT ACTIVITIES 

• Read, understand and follow blueprints, schematics, building plans and instructions.  Use independent judgement to identify and execute best quality and most efficient building methods to meet plan specifications, budget and contract timeline. 

• Project scheduling – Understand project schedule and prioritize and coordinate activities accordingly, to include labor, equipment, materials, tools, current project status, etc. 

• Understand, forecast per phase, plan, and meet or beat project budget 

• Understand manhours, cost coding system & calculating quantities and maximize profit and production accordingly 

• Understand profitable use of time (being busy vs making money) and prioritize project activities accordingly  

• Identify and execute best practices for technique, use of materials, equipment, tools, and supplies  

• Create and maintain production records by making accurate and daily project entries in HeavyJob, i.e. Crew timekeeping, cost coding, calculated quantities, and detailed daily project reporting with corresponding photos for payroll, progressive billings and project progression oversight by senior management 

• Identify and report issues that could affect the project plan and devise solutions to resolve   

• Proficiently operate heavy equipment when needed 

• May perform other duties as assigned