The General Foreman is responsible for overseeing daily operations at a construction site to ensure the completion of projects in a safe and timely manner.
DUTIES:
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- Lead and manage the on-site construction teams, including work schedules, project progress, and resource allocation
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- Serve as a liaison between customers, vendors, project managers, and other employees regarding current and future projects
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- Responsible for control of crew costs including effective use of manpower, work methods, and operation of equipment
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- Work with Project Superintendent to pre-plan work schedules and determine manpower levels, materials and equipment necessary for project productivity
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- Coordinate with subcontractors, materials, and equipment deliveries
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- Read specifications, such as blueprints to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures
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- Set and oversee production goals and daily production tracking.
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- Manage equipment and material resources efficiently to minimize downtime and maximize productivity
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- Examine and inspect work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety and to ensure that specifications are met
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- Conducts safety training of assigned personnel in accordance with safety training procedures
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- Investigates accident reports, damage claims, and may be a designated representative to settle minor damage or injury claims
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- Complete and submit daily to Superintendent the Foreman Daily Report
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- Performs other duties as assigned
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- Complies with all policies and standards
REQUIREMENTS
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- Minimum of 12 years’ experience
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- Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company’s vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy
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- Must be able to assess through Burns and McDonnell assessment program
- Must have a valid Driver's License.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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- Ability to stand, walk, sit, or reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, crawl, push and pull
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- Ability to use repetitive hand motions and the ability to grasp and operate field tools and equipment
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- Ability to climb on, in or through equipment in confined spaces and elevated work using fall protection harnesses.
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- Ability to work long hours with infrequent days off, night shifts, and in adverse climates.
COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to seek advice, make decisions, exercise sound judgement, and solve problems
- Ability to work under stressful situations
- Ability to learn and adopt new processes and technology
- Ability to apply verbal and/or written instructions or other information