Job Title:                     Foreman (Concrete)
Craft:                           Concrete
Reports to:                 Superintendent
Exempt Status:           Hourly (non-exempt) 

Position Objective/Description:
In addition to hands-on participation, provides direct supervision and coordination of concrete crew engaged in preparing and applying concrete for fabricating, covering and reinforcing structures 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Run concrete crews / workers and oversee that work is done in a safe, timely and professional manner.Order and schedule of concrete and other required materials to achieve daily productionInstall forms, subgrade, reinforcing, wire mesh and placement of concrete per job specification.Use tools to set grades on flatwork; place and finish concrete of any typeDirect workers who spread, vibrate, screed and float concrete to ensure it is properly compactedDirect the organized placement of concrete to proper elevations.Direct pours and finishes edges of a concrete slab pour, foundation footings and wallsConsult with managerial staff or other personnel to receive directions for crew and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, resolve problemsInspect work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify that company workmanship and client-required safety protocols are being complied with. Report to Superintendent on work progress, time, materials, and problemsConduct safety program orientation/indoctrination and ensure safety complianceProvide job site leadership, instruction, training, discipline and conflict resolution
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Able to read and accurately interpret construction drawings, blueprints and plans.Thorough knowledge and proven skill working with all aspects of concrete construction.Detail orientedTeam player – willingness to work with othersExcellent communication skillsAble to manage others, get jobs completed on time. Understanding of cost control, equipment operation and road/highway construction projectsExperienced in scheduling, ordering, field supervision, safety management, quality control and budgeting of dirt operations in civil constructionDemonstrate a safety first attitude with strict adherence to safety policies and procedures.Strong leadership ability, motivation, and supervisory skills: assigning, directing and inspecting work, rewarding or disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving conflicts
Physical Demands:Constant physical effort, including extended standing and sitting for at least 8 hour shiftIntermittent walking and standing on a construction site.Climb intermittentlyRegularly twist, bend, stoop, kneel and crouch to perform dutiesRegularly reach above shoulder levelRegularly push/pull objectsMust be physically able to repetitively lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 pounds occasionally, and sometimes heavier weight.Agility, balance, and manual dexterity, as well as arm-hand steadinessAble to hear and respond to oral instructions in a noisy environment.Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach and grasp with hands and arms.Excellent hand, eye and foot coordinationGood vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Education / Experience:High School diploma or general education degree (GED)Heavy highway construction experience3 recent years’ experience as a working as Concrete Foreman.Valid Driver license and satisfactory driving record
Work Environment:
Regularly works in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and humidity.  Frequently works near heavy equipment and moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions and vibration.  Work may involve exposure to a variety of substances found on construction site such as oil, grease, gasoline, concrete and diesel fuel.  Periodically exposed to fumes, lubricants, airborne particles and dust.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Notes: This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time to meet business needs.  All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
 

Jr. Davis Construction Company, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively recruiting women and minorities for all open positions.