Foreman/Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

About the Job

Job Title: Foreman/Superintendent

Location: Thibodaux, Louisiana

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary/Compensation: To be confirmed by the client

Key Skills: Heavy Civil Construction, Crew Supervision, Construction Site Management, Heavy Equipment Operation, Marine Construction, Pile Driving, Structural Fabrication, Project Scheduling, Quality Control, Jobsite Safety, Resource Coordination, Construction Plans and Specifications

About the Company

An established construction company specializing in complex construction projects that require experienced field leadership, effective equipment and crew coordination, and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.

Position Summary

The Foreman/Superintendent leads and supervises construction crews to ensure daily field operations are completed safely, efficiently, and according to project schedules and quality standards. This role coordinates personnel, subcontractors, equipment, and materials while monitoring productivity, addressing field issues, and communicating progress to Project Managers.

The ideal candidate has hands-on heavy civil construction experience, a background in construction supervision, and the ability to lead crews while maintaining safe and productive jobsite operations.

Responsibilities
Field Operations and Crew Leadership

• Lead construction crews and coordinate daily jobsite activities.
  
• Plan and organize work activities to maximize productivity and maintain safe working conditions.
  
• Ensure adequate deployment of personnel and efficient use of available resources.
  
• Coordinate subcontractors, equipment, and crew members throughout each phase of construction.
  
• Monitor workflow, productivity, quality, and project progress.
  
• Apply corrective actions when necessary to keep work on schedule and within budget.
  
• Work collaboratively with Project Managers and other team members.
  

Project Scheduling and Coordination

• Review and follow construction schedules, milestones, and completion deadlines.
  
• Organize work in an efficient sequence to maintain project momentum.
  
• Communicate regularly with Project Managers regarding progress, field conditions, and issues that may affect project plans.
  
• Identify potential delays and operational challenges and help implement solutions.
  
• Attend project meetings as required.
  

Safety and Quality Control

• Promote and comply with the company's Health, Safety, and Environmental program.
  
• Encourage employees, subcontractors, and consultants to make safety a priority.
  
• Monitor jobsite activities for potential quality control issues and implement necessary corrections.
  
• Ensure work is performed according to project plans, specifications, and applicable quality standards.
  
• Promote safe work practices and proper equipment operation.
  

Equipment and Materials Management

• Plan and coordinate equipment and resource requirements for jobsite activities.
  
• Ensure company equipment is operated safely, maintained properly, and used efficiently.
  
• Identify best practices for minimizing material waste and improving construction efficiency.
  
• Operate heavy equipment and perform other construction tasks as needed.
  
• Read and interpret construction plans and specifications to guide field execution.
  

Administrative and Reporting Duties

• Ensure employee time is reported accurately and submitted on schedule each week.
  
• Monitor crew performance and address productivity or operational concerns.
  
• Maintain clear communication with project leadership regarding field operations.
  
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs.
  

Work Environment

• Full-time, field-based construction leadership role in the Thibodaux, Louisiana area.
  
• Requires regular presence on active construction sites and coordination with field crews and subcontractors.
  
• May involve operating heavy equipment, performing hands-on construction work, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  
• Requires attention to jobsite safety, equipment handling, and physical work demands.
  

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
  
• Previous experience as a Construction Foreman, Superintendent, or in a similar supervisory role.
  
• Minimum of five years of heavy civil construction experience and progressive supervisory responsibility preferred.
  
• Experience in one or more of the following areas preferred:
  • Heavy civil construction
    
  • Pile driving
    
  • Marine construction
    
  • Structural fabrication
    
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operations preferred.
  
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
  
• Strong leadership, communication, and crew coordination skills.
  
• Ability to organize daily work activities, coordinate resources, and manage competing priorities.
  
• Strong understanding of construction safety, quality control, and jobsite productivity.
  

BenefitsWhy Join Us?

• Take a leadership role in heavy civil construction field operations.
  
• Coordinate crews, equipment, subcontractors, and daily construction activities.
  
• Contribute directly to project safety, quality, productivity, and timely completion.
  
• Apply practical construction knowledge and leadership experience on active jobsites.