Construction Foreman - Roadways and Highways

Job Description

Job Description

R & D Paving is looking for an additional field crew - headed by an experienced field superintendent and foreman team to oversee field operations for site development and road construction projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Have a thorough and complete knowledge and understanding of the overall project including but not limited to contract drawings, project specifications and any subsequent change orders or addenda.
• Manage and/or perform earthwork, grading, drainage, underground utilities, roadway construction, asphalt paving, concrete work and related site activities
• Communicate issues, events, performance, and progress. Report any problems promptly in an effort to facilitate the most cost-effective solutions.
• Maintain project schedules and ensure that work performed is consistent with the contract and will meet or exceed client expectations.
• Ensure that all materials and equipment delivered to the project are in compliance with approved submittals and shop drawings.
• Ensure that all items scheduled for inspections are pre-inspected for compliance
• Identify any potential additional work that would require change orders and communicate to Project Manager
• Review projects daily to ensure that all activities are being performed in accordance with safety plan, in addition to OSHA or other governing body standards.
• Confirm all subcontractors are adhering to safety standards
• Identify safety issues and make all necessary corrections
• Complete daily reports (time sheets) and maintain logs of key activities
• Recommend staff development needs, disciplinary actions, job assignments and promotions
• Field measure and submit quantities for pay applications monthly

Requirements/Skills:

• Minimum 3 plus years of superintendent or foreman experience in site development, heavy civil or roadway construction
• Experience managinga team of 3+ employees
• Experience and knowledge of roadway and site deveopment construction means and methods, project administration, and a thorough understanding of industry practices
• Experience with earthwork, underground utilites, paving operations, MOT and drainage systems
• Ability to read and interpret plans
• Provide leadership as part of a changing environment
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Valid Driver’s license required

*Compensation based on experience*  Superintendent is a full time salaried exempt classification and the foreman is an hourly position and will include overtime as needed.  Weekends and evenings, although infrequent, may be required. Vehicles for work are given as part of the benefits package.