Astra Grading & Pipe: Division of Astra Group LLC

Summary:

The Foreman will collaboratively with the Superintendent and Project Manager on

a jobsite to provide overall direction for jobsite activities. The Foreman will

supervise field crews to ensure that projects are completed on time and within

budget. make decisions that can greatly impact corporate relationship with

clients and profitability of projects. The position is responsible for

supporting and oversight of all construction safety practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Complete projects to job specifications and within the assigned time and

budget as assigned by Superintendent

Supervise and coordinate the activity of workers to ensure that work is done

safely, correctly, and timely

Inspect quality of work to ensure company standards and project

specifications are met

Analyze and resolve work related problems

Supervise the project crews, suppliers, and subcontractors

Manage the timecards/sheets for each member of the project crew

Assists with or conducts safety meetings on site as required

Manage the daily job workflow to maximize labor efficiency

Report job progress to Superintendent daily

Assists in filling out portions of the Daily Work Report as required

Inform the Superintendent of all project/customer issues immediately and

discuss options for resolution

Will ensure all equipment operators and laborers receive proper training and

guidance before they are scheduled to perform project work

Keep assigned vehicles clean and in good repair

Turn in vehicle review paperwork and schedule for regularly scheduled

maintenance as necessary-notifying Superintendent of scheduled maintenance

Directs work progress of subcontractors on job sites assigned

Ensures subcontractors are meeting goals on a consistent basis

Routinely inventory project materials on company vehicles to ensure adequate

supply necessary on stock items is present for job completion

Maintain a cooperative and positive working relationship with customers,

coworkers, and the business community

Ensures that work is completed per contract, plans and specifications

Ensures that jobs meet completion deadlines

Ensures completion of closeout in a timely manner

Demonstrates knowledge of plans and specifications

Demonstrates knowledge of industry-related trades

Monitors rental equipment, delivery, storage, operation, and maintenance

Completes required paperwork accurately and timely

Ensures implementation of safety program for field personnel

Communicates job requirements to the Field Personnel

Produces a high quality of work

Observes Company policies and procedures

Observes Company safety rules and regulations

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each

essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative

of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may

be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.

Education and/or Experience

Experience working on relevant civil projects

Knowledge of grading and staking

Ability to operate specialized equipment on job sites for finish grading

Knowledge of traffic and erosion control

Knowledge of construction technology, codes, standards, etc.

Ability to read blueprints and delegate tasks at hand to the crew

Leadership attributes including, but and not limited to organizational and

critical thinking skills, the ability to analyze data and trends, professional

conduct at all times

High-stress tolerance; must be able to thrive in a high-pressure environment

A highly motivated self-starting, autonomous individual who can work

independently and set their own priorities, yet also function well as part of

the overall team

Performance Standards

Safety Culture: Foster a safety culture by modeling and reinforcing expected

jobsite behaviors

Team Orientation: Communicate in an open, honest, and respectful manner

High Integrity: Acts with unyielding integrity and honesty in business

transactions, promoting company policies and holding self and other employees

accountable, keeping promises and commitments

Ownership Mentality: Assumes responsibility and makes decisions within own

level of authority; seeks approval when appropriate

Good Judgment: Knows when to stand tough and when to be flexible. Sees the

big picture and the ramifications of actions

Versatility: Is open to change. Adjusts positively to changing work

priorities and business conditions

Physical Requirements

Sit, stand, and walk continuously throughout the scheduled workday

Stand, reach, drive and use fine motor skills frequently throughout the day

Occasionally bend, kneel, squat, and climb throughout the workday

Lift up to 50 lbs. on occasion

Work both indoors and outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions and may be

in loud environments

Must work in a manner that will not jeopardize the health and safety of

him/herself or others

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions.

Language Skills

Must be able to read and comprehend English

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the

principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a

detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the

occupation.