Trade Foreman

About the Role:

The Trade Foreman plays a critical leadership role in overseeing and coordinating skilled trades personnel on construction or maintenance projects to ensure timely and quality completion. This position is responsible for managing daily operations on-site, including assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and maintaining safety standards. The Trade Foreman acts as a liaison between management, workers, and subcontractors to facilitate clear communication and resolve any issues that arise. They ensure that all work complies with project specifications, codes, and regulations while optimizing resource allocation and productivity. Ultimately, the Trade Foreman drives project success by combining technical expertise with strong leadership and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical certification or vocational training in a relevant trade.
• OSHA 30-hour safety certification or equivalent safety training.
• Experience with project management software and digital reporting tools.
• Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of skilled trades workers to meet project deadlines and quality standards.
• Assign daily tasks and monitor work progress to ensure efficient use of labor and materials.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety regulations on-site.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to address technical challenges and workflow adjustments.
• Maintain accurate records of labor hours, materials used, and work completed for reporting purposes.
• Conduct regular inspections to verify workmanship and adherence to project specifications.
• Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to trades personnel to enhance team performance.
• Identify and resolve operational issues promptly to minimize downtime and maintain project momentum.

Skills:

The Trade Foreman utilizes technical skills daily to interpret project plans and ensure work is performed to specification. Leadership and communication skills are essential for effectively directing teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and resolving conflicts on-site. Organizational skills enable the Trade Foreman to manage schedules, resources, and documentation efficiently, ensuring smooth project execution. Safety awareness and problem-solving skills are critical to maintaining a secure work environment and addressing unexpected challenges promptly. Additionally, proficiency with digital tools supports accurate reporting and enhances collaboration across project teams.

About Us:

American Contracting & Environmental Services (ACE) is a general contractor specializing in self-perform construction of water and wastewater treatment facility construction. They are a premier builder of these projects in the Mid-Atlantic and have recently opened offices in Richmond and Chesapeake, VA and Buffalo, NY. They find success through focusing on continuous improvement and investing in the professional development of their employees. ACE has steadily grown over the past 22 years and they are consistently ranked a Top 200 Environmental Contractor by Engineering & News Record (ENR). Through continually enhancing their work processes, they produce the highest quality finished product for their clients. These efforts result in a challenging and rewarding environment as ACE's daily work preserves and improves our world's most precious resource - water!