Concrete Foreman

About the role

Trueline’s client, a woman owned small business in Jefferson, Wisconsin with over 30 years of experience in commercial and residential concrete forming and finishing, is seeking a Concrete Foreman to join their team. This hands on leadership role is ideal for a skilled concrete professional who thrives in the field, leads by example, and enjoys working on commercial building projects primarily in the Madison area.

Responsibilities

As the Concrete Foreman, you will:

• Lead and work alongside a crew (typically 5-8 crew members, sometimes up to 20) in commercial concrete forming and finishing.
• Read blueprints and construction plans to set daily objectives, coordinate materials, schedule pours, and direct manpower.
• Communicate professionally with job superintendents, project managers, and field supervisors to achieve project goals.
• Promote and enforce all safety procedures on site for yourself and your crew.
• Perform hands on field work including assembling forms, moving materials, prepping and finishing concrete, and ensuring equipment is ready and functional.
• Track materials, clean and organize job sites, trucks, and equipment to minimize hazards and maximize efficiency.
• Report equipment or vehicle issues promptly to the shop supervisor.
• Support mentorship and development of new team members.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in commercial concrete forming and finishing.
• Strong mastery of concrete mixing, pouring, curing, and finishing techniques.
• Proficient with cast in place concrete and accurate concrete yardage quantification.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction plans.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Physical stamina for extended repetitive field work.
• Powered Industrial Truck and all terrain forklift certification (or ability to obtain).

Nice to Haves

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience mentoring and developing talent in the field.
• Prior experience with tools such as power/laser screeds, power buggy, SkyTrac, hand trowels.
• Established relationships with contractors, superintendents, or public entities.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive hourly wages with overtime opportunities.
• Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, and other ancillary benefits.
• Holiday pay and paid vacation.
• Profit sharing.
• SIMPLE IRA or SIMPLE ROTH with company match.
• Vehicle mileage reimbursement and maintenance coverage.
• No overnight travel – home each night.