Foreman

Foreman

Saiia Construction, a MasTec company, is currently hiring for a day- and night-shift Foreman near our office in Birmingham, AL.

The Foreman is responsible for directing assigned activities at the jobsite in accordance with pre-established schedules, budgets, plans and specifications, and procedures, to achieve required productivity, through equipment and personnel.

Founded by Sam Saiia as Birmingham Excavating Co. in 1946, the company now known as Saiia Construction is an industrial heavy civil contractor of choice for the power generation, mineral and aggregate mining, and pulp and paper markets. With more than 630 pieces of construction machinery in our fleet, over 500 employees, and experience working in 11 states, we have the resources and knowledge to complete projects of any scale. As a MasTec Company, we are poised for continued growth and an exciting future!

Saiia Construction is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor).

Responsibilities

Jobsite Management:

• Supervises personnel and equipment required for project(s). Plan work schedule, manpower levels, material/equipment quantities.
• Work with the Project Manager and other managers to ensure the long-term success of the site location and project.
• Responsible for the adherence to operating standards and the management of labor hours and expenses.
• Responsible for Quality Control of the design requirements of projects, including, but not limited to, drawings and specifications
• Prepare all necessary reports, to include documenting hours worked, equipment used, materials used, production, etc. Coordinates with manager to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedule, including proper completion of time/quantity sheets by phase of work that agrees with work items bid by the Department. Also maintains daily log of all activities that take place at jobsite.
• Operates Company truck at jobsite to travel across the jobsite checking on equipment, employees and processes.
• Maintain liaison with other departments, (i.e., Project Management, Operations Groups, Accounting, Transportation, Human Resources, etc.) to ensure all required equipment, materials, inspections, employee issues, and project schedule.

Budget Management:

• Responsible for executing job in accordance with budget, to include having thorough knowledge of contract and specifications; executing change orders, material usage, and use of pre-determined vendors.
• Assist in daily procurement of equipment repair/maintenance.

Business Development:

• Ability to effectively present facts and respond to questions a client may have in a professional manner.
• Ensure customer satisfaction with existing project and identifies new business opportunities.

Safety:

• Maintains an effective loss control and safety program.
• Ensures all established safety rules, procedures, policies, OSHA and MSHA regulations are followed.
• Manages the operation to achieve zero accident rates for the jobsite.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year in construction environment and 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Must have and maintain a valid state issued Driver's License with driving record that meets Saiia's risk management guidelines.
• Ability to add subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure; compute dimensions and quantities.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal communication across various levels of the organization and with external customers and vendors.
• Ability to plan for and execute planned improvements and action items.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret financial reports, business documents, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership, coaching and motivational skills.
• Ability to develop materials and make presentations.
• Approach and complete work in a meticulous, thorough and timely manner.
• Knowledge and experience using computers, tablets and smartphones and different software applications such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Timekeeping software.
• Ability to maintain normal attendance standards per the employee handbook guidelines.
• Knowledge of EPA, state EPA, DOT, OSHA, MSHA and other related state and federal regulations.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures in the field – hot and cold.
• May be exposed to chemicals, refuse and dirt in trucks, as well as, landfill, industrial and civil, powerplant site locations.
• Moderate noise levels.
• Other risks associated with working around heavy machines, tools and trucks.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

Sits: Frequently 2.5 - 5.5 hours daily

Stands: Frequently 2.5 - 5.5 hours daily

Walks: Frequently 2.5 - 5.5 hours daily

Drive: Continuously 5.5 - 8 hours daily

Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs.: Continuously 5.5 - 8 hours daily

Lift/Carry 10-50 lbs.: Occasionally.25 - 2.5 hours daily

Reach Above: Frequently 2.5 - 5.5 hours daily

Bend/Stoop: Frequently 2.5 - 5.5 hours daily

Use Hands for Manipulations: Continuously 5.5 - 8 hours daily

Vision Abilities: Close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.