Construction Crew Foreman

Morton Buildings, Inc. is the industry leader in post-frame construction, with over 120 years in business and more than 10 manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping plants servicing over 100 construction centers nationwide.

About the role

The Construction Crew Foreman (CF) will create a team that constructs quality projects that are profitable and provides a positive construction experience for the customer. Salary is $38.50 to $41.75 per hour based on experience plus bonus potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership by creating a safe, organized work environment that is productive and enjoyable, treating all employees and customers with dignity and respect.
• Ensure crew members, including new hires, are fully trained and follow all safety and construction procedures.
• Coordinate efforts with the Area Crew Supervisor for continuous crew training and re-training using the Construction Procedure Manual, Training Manual, and Best Building Practices.
• Communicate with the customer on all contractual aspects of the project.
• Organize specific jobs for crew members to provide opportunities for success.
• Utilize the unique skills and contributions of each team member for training and growth.
• Maximize overall crew efficiency to bring repairs and projects in on time and within budget while maintaining Morton quality.
• Lead by personal example, requiring cooperation from all crew employees in timely starts and stops.
• Perform daily planning, including:
  • Reviewing daily assignments for each crew employee.
  • Stating expected and acceptable progress for the day.
  • Reviewing safety and training items and discussing overall job performance.
• Provide project management, including plan reading, scheduling, coordinating suppliers and subcontractors, and project completion.
• Take an active role in interviewing, hiring, and integrating new employees into the Morton Buildings team.
• Provide recommendations for promotions, demotions, and wage adjustments.
• Understand and enforce all company policies and procedures (Safety, Construction, and Corporate).
• Complete all required paperwork, including accurate reporting of time, DOT driver’s log, vehicle mileage report, and change orders.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of leadership or management experience in the building construction industry.
• OSHA 10-hour, Equipment Operation, and Competent Person Certifications.
• Valid Class A CDL license.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to operate construction hand tools and other specialized equipment safely, efficiently, and effectively.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and at various heights.
• Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule and work in various types of weather.
• Proven ability to produce quality work efficiently.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Established organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to measure human productivity and improve effectiveness.
• Experience identifying and carrying out training and development needs for your team.
• Embrace accountability and ownership.
• 25% travel required, including overnight travel possibly up to two weeks at a time.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Bonus incentives for efficient building.
• Training bonus.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Bad weather pay.
• 401K opportunity.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).

Pay

$38.50 to $41.75 per hour, plus bonus potential.