Co-Foreman

About the role

At Groundworks, North America’s leader in foundation solutions, our Co-Foremen are driven professionals ready to build their skills to grow into a Foreman position. Working side-by-side with an experienced Foreman, you’ll learn how to lead crews, manage daily jobsite operations, and uphold our standards for quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. This role is designed for those who want to develop leadership skills while continuing impactful fieldwork.

The Co-Foreman coordinates tasks and assignments based on work priority, schedules, objectives, and workforce availability. You’ll assist in monitoring project progress, keeping it on track from both time and budgetary standpoints, and serve as a leader and contributor on the crew.

Responsibilities

• Assists Foreman with leading a high-performance team serving customers in a local market/area
• Reviews job specifications to determine materials, tools, and equipment needed prior to reporting to the job site
• Assesses conditions on-site; plans work based on time allotment, tools needed, and order of work—assigns duties to the crew
• Installs products and services with the support of a national team of trained professionals
• Innovates and troubleshoots situations to complete jobs according to company standards and timetables
• Provides customers with superior quality and service while performing work onsite
• Ensures all final documentation is completed accurately and submitted to the proper parties
• Safely, correctly, and efficiently loads and unloads materials, tools, and equipment; cleans truck
• Performs installation duties according to instructions, methods, standards, and timetables provided by the Foreman and Company
• Drives company vehicles safely and meets all requirements to operate them
• Assists in planning, scheduling, and coordinating work, accounting for labor hours and productivity
• Supervises, leads, and mentors a crew of two or more people; leads the crew in the absence of the Foreman
• Communicates with the customer before, during, and after job completion, addressing any changes prior to implementation
• Completes necessary paperwork, check-in, and check-out procedures as needed
• Fosters a positive team environment by building strong relationships and inspiring mutual trust, professionalism, integrity, and respect
• Adheres to and promotes Company workplace policies and procedures, including safety and anti-harassment policies
• Upholds the Company’s positive image and reputation in the community
• Performs other duties as necessary or assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Strong communication skills, ability to motivate, and be a team player
• Experience leading crews or small teams
• Previous experience in the construction or home services industry and/or trade work or general labor
• Basic construction or mechanical knowledge
• Valid, non-restrictive driver’s license
• Ability to enter crawl spaces and other confined areas
• Knowledge of trade-specific tools and their correct use and care
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 22 kg (50 lbs), walk, and stand for long periods
• Performs strenuous labor often under adverse conditions

Working Conditions

The position requires lifting heavy objects (up to 50 lbs), walking, and standing for long periods while performing strenuous physical labor. The employee must lift, push, pull, or carry objects; use abdominal and lower back muscles for support; and effectively handle heavy loads. Good manual dexterity (hand, hand and arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination are essential, along with the ability to quickly move arms and legs. Excellent stamina is required. The role also requires the ability to read reports, data, statistics, and information on computer screens.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay + bonus paid per job ($50-75k average)
• Best-in-class certification program with a clear path to career growth
• Tools and transportation to the job site provided
• Free pair of Red Wing Boots provided every year
• Performance-based recognition, trips, and events
• Annual Tribe Appreciation Tour, holiday, and volunteer events
• Upward mobility—80% of promotions are from within
• Employee Ownership Program—share in the company’s success
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Work-life balance with 2 weeks PTO and 6 paid holidays

US: Affordable and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long- and short-term disability, company-paid life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid maternity leave.

Canada: Affordable and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, long- and short-term disability, and company-paid life insurance.