Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Foreman

Reports To:  Superintendent

Summary: Directs activities of workers concerned with construction of pipeline projects or other construction projects by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Assures that all work is completed safely, per the scope of work, on time, and within budget.

Essential Qualifications, Duties, and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned)

• Studies specifications to plan procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction.
• Assembles members of organization (supervisory, clerical, engineering, and other workers) at start of project.
• Confers with and directs supervisory personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays.
• Confers with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve complaints and grievances within work force.
• Confers with supervisory and engineering personnel and inspectors and suppliers of tools and materials to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.
• Inspects work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and the adherence to construction schedules.
• Prepares or reviews reports on progress, materials used and costs, and adjusts work schedules as indicated by reports.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  Foreman may directly supervise 15-20 employees in the yard and/or remote locations and carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include mentoring employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; and rewarding and disciplining employees.

Physical Demands:  The employee must regularly lift up to 50 pounds and carry up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Foreman must be willing to comply with PCM Health, Safety, and Environmental rules and regulations. They must also comply with all governmental regulations.

The above description covers some of the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not however, be constructed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

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