Carpenter General Foreman

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of civil construction crews including earthworks, concrete, drainage, storm water and structural works
• Supervise and set direction for all Foreman and Leadmen on-site to ensure best use of company resources; and adherence to all company policies and state and federal regulations
• Schedule equipment, materials and tools to effectively utilize all resources and to maximize production and minimize costs after becoming familiar with scope of work and site conditions and collaborate with Civil Superintendent on all scheduled activities
• Manage, coach, train and implement standardized work plans and assist Civil Superintendent in process improvement efforts
• Manage and maintain responsibility for safe working conditions and safety procedures on the project, more particularly for specific discipline. Understand and enforce company, jobsite specific, federal, and state safety regulations on site and addresses any concerns with Civil superintendent
• Maintain records of labor and equipment production and compare it to the estimate
• Communicate with the Civil Superintendent concerning any cost over-runs and utilization of the company resources
• Mentor Foreman on the work discipline such as production costs, scope of work, quality, and safety
• Maintain and update all crew and equipment matrixes
• Hold crew members and foreman accountable for company and project rules
• Ensure that all Standard Operating Procedures and Best Practices are followed
• Be familiar with mix designs and the curing process for concrete
• Conduct weekly/quarterly safety and quality audits
• Be responsible for receiving permits to support the work being performed

Qualifications

• Physical: Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., but may occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Hearing and comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions
• Will need to perform sedentary to heavy work
• Operate office equipment of all types
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)
• Must be able to manipulate and traverse uneven terrain, ladders, and multi-floor buildings with no elevator
• Exposed to muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision and field workers
• Talking and reading & writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
• Must have the ability to use math/complete calculations
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision making skills necessary
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details
• Requires strong leadership and motivational skills