Foreman

Position Summary

This position is accountable for providing marine project support to Orion. Incumbents are responsible for supervising the ongoing project operations and ensuring that all work performed is done in a safe and efficient manner. This individual will work closely with the Project Superintendent, Project (Field) Engineer, Safety Representative, Boat Captain, Pile Drivers, Welders, Carpenters, Helpers, Laborers, and other skilled or semi-skilled craft persons on the work site.

Specific Responsibilities

• Works as assigned by the Project Superintendent to ensure the successful completion of current on-going marine construction projects.
• Plans and schedules work activities with project operations and assigns work crews to such tasks.
• Makes sure construction time schedules are met and work is completed on time.
• Ensures proper permits are in place before any work begins.
• Inspects equipment visually to ensure it is operating properly.
• Supervises skilled or semi-skilled craft employees working on the project work site.
• Ensures compliance with all Company Health, Safety & Environmental Policies and Procedures.
• Trains new workers in the use of equipment and tools and analyzes and resolves work problems.
• Maintains accurate time records for employees in the work crew and supervises and coordinates activities of employees in the work crew.
• Promotes a safe, efficient, and organized work environment for employees.
• Demonstrates safety knowledge concerning chemical and/or process hazards associated with construction work, including but not limited to lockout/tagout, confined space, fall protection, respiratory protection, emergency action plan, work permits, CPR/First Aid procedures, and job and/or contract requirements.
• Works closely with the Project Superintendent, Barge Foreman, Crane Operators, Welders, Helpers, Laborers, and other skilled and semi-skilled crafts persons to complete current projects in a safe and efficient manner.
• Remains qualified and physically able to drive regular passenger vehicles to visit work locations and job sites.
• Participates in and ensures participation in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance with State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.

Employee Safety and Compliance

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
• Able to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations, or Company policies and procedures promptly and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.

Position Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years marine construction experience or equivalent experience in a marine construction supervisory capacity.
• Well-versed in receiving and handling of equipment used for marine operations, reading blueprints, and diagrams.
• Knowledge of the integration of various crafts to successfully perform their work, including piledriving, crane operations, welding, carpentry, sandblasting, pipefitting, and related areas.
• Previous supervisory experience and certified in First Aid and CPR.
• Well-organized to effectively oversee several projects simultaneously.
• Able to hold crews accountable for work performance excellence.
• Able to influence and motivate members of their project teams.
• Possess excellent communication skills.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
• Able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required.
• Able to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate.
• Able to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel.
• Able to evacuate the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.
• Able to walk, step, climb, or otherwise move from one location on the job site to another, which normally involves physically getting onto and off of work barges, boats, vessels, or dock facilities of varying heights and access parameters.
• Able to stand, stoop, kneel, squat, climb, or sit for long periods of time.
• Able to climb vertical ladders to heights of 40'-50'.
• Able to work in confined spaces or at elevated heights.
• Able to lift objects up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Able to carry objects up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Able to adapt to extreme temperature changes and to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure.
• Able to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident.

Compensation & Benefits

An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered. Benefit plans include: Medical, including Prescription Drugs; Dental; Vision; Life and AD&D Insurance; Short Term and Long-term Disability Insurance; Employee Assistance Plan; 401(k) Retirement Plan; Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave; Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.