Overview

 

 

 

 

 

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Concrete and Structures Foreman provides leadership for one or more crews on heavy civil infrastructure and transportation construction projects (highway, road, bridge, civil, and site work). This role ensures projects are completed safely, on time, and on budget. The Foreman upholds the company vision, reports to the Project Superintendent or General Foreman, and manages field operations with high professionalism.

 

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safety:   Lead daily safety protocols (AHA’s, Toolbox Talks, Safety Huddles). Ensure proper use of PPE, conduct safety walks, verify Miss Utility requests, and confirm utility locations. Oversee housekeeping, log daily safety data in Procore, and participate in incident investigations.
• Financial: Track and enter daily labor and equipment hours into timecard software. Coordinate daily with the Superintendent on project schedules, utilize the Plan of the Day (POD), develop weekly look-ahead schedules, and monitor crew production performance.
• Production and Quality: Manage and coordinate tasks with subcontractors, vendors, and utility owners. Review plan documents to ensure conformance, execute SWPPP requirements, minimize re-work, and document daily activities using photos and journals in the project management system.

Qualifications

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication, time-management, organization, and plan-reading skills.
• Proficient with electronic documents and construction management software.
• Valid Driver’s License free from serious or frequent violations.
• Able to obtain TWIC or other background credentials for government/restricted sites.

 

SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: 5+ years of heavy construction experience (civil infrastructure, roads, bridges, cast-in-place concrete, and industrial structures) as a carpenter. Must include at least 2 years of direct experience as a carpenter or concrete and structures Foreman.
• Formwork Expertise: Skilled with the selection and use of various concrete formwork, including proprietary and job-built systems.
• Placement & Finishing: Experienced with various concrete placement methods (crane-and-bucket, pump, and conveyor), including proper consolidation and finishing techniques.
• Scaffolding & Access: Competent with the selection, installation, and use of scaffolding and access platforms in connection with concrete formwork and construction.
• Rigging & Signaling: Proficient in properly selecting, inspecting, and using rigging and hand signals for lifting and hoisting materials or equipment.
• Technical Skills: Able to interpret survey grade stakes and drawings, use an auto level and rod, and perform layout calculations to conduct routine concrete formwork and placement activities.

 

POSITION LOGISTICS:

• Reports to: Superintendent or General Foreman
• Location: Northern Virginia and/or Richmond area
• Travel Requirements: Works within an operating region that may require one-way travel distances of up to 100 miles. Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Compensation: $95,000 - $120,000 Commensurate with experience.

 

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