Foreman

Position Foreman Report to Superintendent Job Description Overview Hourly range: $42.59 to $48.31 The foreman position directs operations that produce a safe, productive, and efficient construction site. Foremen are responsible for instructing the crew how to operate heavy construction equipment to meet or exceed production goals, identifying individuals who exceed performance standards, and nominating them for advancement or recognition. They hold crew members accountable when standards are not met and use corrective discipline per policy and guidance. Foremen mentor crew leaders and provide appropriate feedback regarding performance. All foremen receive an iPad, a cell phone, and a company truck. Safety training is required for all team members. Out‑of‑town work is probable and may require travel of up to three weeks away from home at a time. Dependable attendance and punctuality are critical. Responsibilities Ensures adherence to safe work practices and procedures. Knows safety procedures and performs thorough reviews of operator/user manuals prior to operating any power tools or equipment. Ensures all crew members familiarize themselves with safety procedures and review operator/user manuals before operating power tools or equipment. Completes daily job reports, tracks production, records crew hours and equipment hours via HCSS Heavy Job software on a company‑provided iPad, and sends Plan of the Day (POD) to necessary parties. Completes SLAM books, Task Hazard Analysis Forms, daily safety briefing, and pre‑work stretching program. Develops and executes future crew tasks to ensure projects are completed. Instructs the crew how to operate heavy construction equipment safely and efficiently. Instructs the crew on installing water, storm sewer, and sewer pipe and associated structures. Instructs the crew on forming, pouring, and finishing horizontal and vertical concrete structures. Ensures completion and recording of daily inspections on all equipment. Coordinates and assists with material ordering and logistical requirements, including verifying receipt and accuracy of all materials delivered to the site. Drives, cleans, and maintains the company truck. Keeps the company truck supplied with commonly used supplies daily. Verifies all tools are clean, functional, and ready for use daily. Applies knowledge of site layout tools including rotary laser, site level, and transit. Capable of establishing elevations, benchmarks, and interpreting complex blueprints. Accountable for the quality of both Kwest site crews and subcontractor work. Ensures all pre‑ and post‑task checklists are completed and recorded. Submits incident reports, including positive observations or negative occurrences, in accordance with company reporting protocols. Regularly updates HCSS Plan with red‑line As‑Built modifications. Prepares and maintains 2–3‑week written look‑ahead plans to maintain accountability and task readiness. Serves as site Quality Assurance authority with working knowledge of project specifications and required testing procedures. Monitors production and quantity tracking; utilizes reporting tools to evaluate real‑time progress and ensure project goals are met. Travels to and from various job sites as needed. Progression Team members may be promoted to foreman after a period as a crew leader, favorable performance reviews, and a good work history. The need for foreman positions is determined by the director of field operations and general superintendents based on forecasted project demands. Education And Qualifications Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required. Average work week consists of five ten‑hour days; schedule will be dictated by project needs. Must be able to work out of town, sometimes out of state, for durations as dictated by the job. A high school diploma, GED, or trade school certificate is preferred. Special certifications or skills relevant to the position will be considered for wage classification. Clean driving record. Working knowledge of construction site safety, truck maintenance, and road safety regulations. Required to pass a pre‑employment drug screening; random drug screening may be required if selected. Must attend all mandatory safety meetings and participate in discussions with the work crew and safety personnel on site. Must be over 18 to operate power‑driven saws, chain saws, woodchippers, abrasive cutting disks, or other power‑driven equipment, or to perform excavating operations. Working Conditions & Physical Demands Travel from site to site will be required. Work environment normally an active construction site; exposure to dust, noise, high heat, extreme cold, and rain expected. Employee must be physically able to perform repetitive motion and heavy lifting as described. Must be able to maintain effective audio and visual discrimination and perception necessary for assigned duties. Must wear all employer‑mandated personal protective equipment, including hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, safety vests, and safety‑toed work boots. All PPE will be provided by the company at no cost except safety boots. Must be able to hear with or without a hearing device and clearly see at least 30 feet with or without corrective vision lenses. Must be able to work while wearing a respirator if necessary. Must alternate standing and walking on uneven terrain surfaces such as hillsides, muddy and icy soils, and other working surfaces; safe negotiation of all types of surface conditions always required. Bending, squatting, and kneeling will be required frequently during a workday. Constant pushing and pulling of certain tools and materials required over a day’s work. Must be able to differentiate and identify colors. Must have knowledge of occupational hazards in this field and standard safety practices. Must be able to pass the 30‑Hour OSHA testing and First Aid/CPR requirements before starting work. Must complete and meet requirements under the physical demands of this job description through a pre‑employment physical examination. Other Duties Reference to a comprehensive listing of duties is not provided; duties may change at any time with or without notice. EEO Kwest Group maintains a non‑discrimination policy for all team members and applicants in every facet of the company’s operations. In compliance with federal and state laws, the company recruits, hires, trains, and promotes all qualified team members, in all job titles, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, citizenship, national origin, disability, veteran status or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr