Operator Foreman - Infrastructure

About the role

The Foreman reports to the Superintendent and/or Construction Manager, responsible for organizing, directing, and supervising employees engaged in specific functions on construction projects. They strive to complete their portion of the project on time and on budget.

Responsibilities

• Strives to complete their portion of the project on time and on budget.
• Bridges the gap between the Superintendent and/or Construction Manager and the field personnel.
• Maintains ongoing communication with the Superintendent and/or Construction Manager.
• Takes an active role in the hiring, training, terminating, and assigning of field personnel.
• Maintains cost and labor performance of construction projects in conjunction with the Superintendent.
• Selects and instructs crews.
• Carrries out the implementation of management decisions, such as construction methods, schedule, quality, and safety.
• Responsible for on-site project administration and reporting of labor, equipment and material (payroll administration, labor coding of time, equipment coding, material purchase order coding) adhering to Company standards, as it relates to the foreman’s portion of the project.
• Safety, as outlined in the Graham Loss Management Manual.
• Leads weekly toolbox meetings.
• Reads and interprets drawings, blueprints and specifications.
• Supervises quality and testing.
• Assists with the preparation of execution plans, ITPs, safe work plans, work assignments, and so on.
• Assists with grievance issues, and general site labor issues.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5 or more years of experience on heavy civil construction projects.
• Proficient in reading construction plans and specifications.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Practiced verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of construction engineering and design.

Compensation and Benefits

• Rate: $35-$40 per hour, depending on experience.
• Excellent Health & Dental benefits plan, Vision, and Flex Plan.
• 401(k) savings plan with employer matching upon eligibility.
• 2.5% regular earnings banked as vacation.
• Professional and career development opportunities.

What We Can Offer You

• A strong commitment to safety in the workplace.
• A grounded and family-oriented workplace in a progressive environment that is at the forefront of a fast-evolving business sector.
• A commitment to the training and wealth of opportunities for career development across job categories, project types and locations around North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law. Applicants with disabilities will be accommodated if you are unable to apply online. No unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you.