We are seeking a Foreman (Heavy Highway – Earthwork/Grading projects) for regional projects.

SUMMARY

Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in the construction, installation, and repair of roadways (primarily earthwork and grading).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Set a Safety 24/7 culture for your crews.
• Reviews documents and plans, making sure all questions are answered, before proceeding with any activities.
• Examines blueprints, plans and profiles to determine dimensions of structure, and grade or profile of roadway.
• Works from surveyor’s layout and cutsheets; determines line and grade where necessary.
• Directs and trains crew in performing work as shown on contract drawings and specifications within the production budget of job estimate.
• Acts as OSHA defined "competent person" on job.
• Plans ahead to ensure that appropriate materials are on hand when needed.
• With Superintendent and Project Engineer, plans sequence of activities on the Project in three-week schedule planning.
• Assigns workers to related tasks sure as operating machinery and equipment.
• Inspects work performed by subcontractors, to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Supervises workers engaged in earthwork and grading activities, support of excavation, etc.
• Studies production schedules and estimates worker hour requirements for completion of job assignment.
• Knows crew members by name. Maintains contact list.
• Conducts daily “Huddle” with crew: explains in detail the work to be accomplished and how it is to be accomplished; trains inexperienced crew members.
• Interprets company policies to workers. Enforces and abides by Company disciplinary procedures when dealing with employee problems.
• Evaluates ongoing safety issues on job and makes changes where necessary.
• Enforces safety regulations and use of Personal Protective Equipment.
• Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of work crew.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
• Maintains time and production records: detailed and accurate time sheets, with verified quantities included and detailed locations of work performed.
• Time sheets turned in on time.
• Keeps job team informed of progress and problems.
• Estimates, requisitions, and inspects materials.
• Sets up machines and equipment and supervises use.
• Maintains detailed daily job diary.
• Holds meaningful weekly safety meeting for crew and files report on attendance and content.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this Crew. May manage 1 Lead Person who supervises a total of 2 to 3 employees in the Crew. Also directly supervises 3 to 5 non-supervisory employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

2 years related experience and/or training.

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.