Foreman

Company: GPAC
Location: Sioux Falls
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Job Description:

Foreman Heavy highway/bridgeSummary of Position:The Bridge Superintendent/Foreman provides supervision of job site crew members at heavy highway construction projects. The Bridge Foreman helps promotes an environment in which safety, environmental, and health concerns are a top priority and ensures all work is completed on time and in compliance with project plans and specifications.Safety First!

• As the first line of compliance of our Companies Safety Program, the Foreman will observe the behaviors of his crew, and take immediate action, when needed.
• Perform daily site inspections and insure that all safety standards are met. Make corrections as needed.
• Conduct daily Tool Box Talks so all crew members are aware of how the daily tasks are to be carried out and the safety concerns for that particular day are discussed.
• Handle onsite incidents and emergencies in a proactive manner.
• Make sure that the work sites are cleaned and maintained and cleared of any hazardous materials prior to the beginning of the construction project.General Responsibilities
  • Effectively lead and manage all crew members daily activities and production.
  • Plan, coordinate and organize people, equipment and materials to promote the safe, efficient and timely construction of all phases of the project.
  • Maintain accurate reporting records including job quantities, time sheets and daily management reports.
  • Communicate activities and issues with other members of management to coordinate construction activities.
  • Adherence to labor and production schedules to ensure that projects are built on time and within or better than budget.
  • Ensure that no extra work outside of the original scope or contract is conducted without an extra work order in place.
  • Must be able to read and understand blueprints.
  • Being able to set-up and accurately read and interpret level/transit.
  • Manages and supervises assigned operations to achieve goals within available resources; plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments, trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff; reviews progress and direct changes as needed.
  • Communicate official plans, policies and procedures to all members of the crew,
  • Maintains construction schedule, identifies and solves problems.
  • Leads with a positive attitude toward policies pertaining to safety and regularly works to foster a safe work environment.
  • Reviews, understands and implements construction project documents such as plans, specifications, drawings, job layout, as-builts and quantity books sufficient to perform the responsibilities of the position.
  • Responsibility on the job site includes but not limited to; assisting in the determination of manpower and equipment needs, project scheduling, personnel hiring, equipment maintenance, tool and material requirements and managing subcontractors.Qualifications
    • High School Diploma required.
    • Associates Degree in Construction Technology/Management preferred.
    • B.S. in Civil Engineering a plus.
    • Strong organizational skills.
    • Familiar with DOT standards and specifications.
    • Analyzes problems and makes sound decisions in a timely manner based on objectives, risk, implications, and costs.
    • Tactful demeanor with well-developed interpersonal skills including the ability to work with diverse personalities.
    • Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in heavy highway bridge construction work, including at least three years in a supervisory role.All qualified candidates will be contacted and given further information. All inquiries are CONFIDENTIAL!Construction Industry: If your team needs any position(s) filled, we can also assist in presenting qualified talent. Reach out for consultation TODAY!---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Phone: 605-705-4992---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Email: andrew.wendt@gogpac.comAll qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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