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Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, seven years of experience in the commercial construction industry as a Superintendent, Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manager, or other related construction manager position, and possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage with the University of South Alabama. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Preferred Qualifications Autodesk Build experience is preferred. University or Healthcare project management experience is highly preferred. Job Description Summary The University of South Alabama’s In-House Construction department is seeking to hire a Foreman. Interested candidates should apply to be considered. Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position. Essential Functions

• Manages In-House construction employees and USA hired subcontractors to complete tasks in a safe and timely manner.
• Reviews project schedules and makes sure work is completed on schedule.
• Manages on site quality control for all In-House construction projects.
• Schedules specific preparatory meetings to go over expectations for upcoming project activities with employees and USA hired subcontractors.
• Maintains responsibility for discipline of employees as required.
• Maintains responsibility for proper PPE and safety of employees’ work.
• Conducts site walks and inspections to identify and correct poor quality or non-conforming work.
• Reads and understands specifications, drawings, and references codes as needed.
• Maintains a daily log in Autodesk Construction Cloud for the job site’s operations and reports to project management.
• Analyzes design plans and site conditions to assist in suggesting resolutions to issues in the field.
• Reads, reviews, and comments on submittals as necessary.
• Escorts inspectors, architects and other consultants to job sites as needed.
• Checks in to ensure no issues occur after hours, on weekends, or on holidays when required.
• Ensures built drawings are being documented for the work performed.
• Helps coordinates utility outages with other campus departments and contractors.
• Coordinates dig permits and approvals for work performed by In-House construction and related duties as required.
• Operates and maintains training certification for backhoes, lulls, manlifts, etc.
• Operates a transit level for shooting grades.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

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Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) Health Insurance Short Term Disability Life Insurance Education Benefit Retirement Plan Memberships and Events Student Loan Forgiveness Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees earn paid time off (PTO) as they work. PTO can be used for vacation, holidays, sick days and personal days. Each year, employees can choose to cash out up to 80 hours of available PTO the following calendar year. Health Insurance New employees health, dental, and pharmacy benefits are effective the first day of the month following hire date. Short Term Disability This free benefit provides income support for those who are out of work for a medical reason, such as illness, accident or maternity. After a seven-day waiting period, it provides a 60-percent wage replacement, up to $1,000 per week for 90 days. Life Insurance USA Health provides a free term life insurance policy for our employees based on annual salary. Policies for spouse and dependents are also included. Additional coverage can be purchased for employee, spouse and dependents. Education Benefit University of South Alabama offers a credit on tuition each semester for employees, spouse, and dependents after just six months of employment. Retirement Plan USA Health offers a 5% matching retirement account and other non-matching account choices. Included with this benefit is a free individual session with a financial planner. Memberships and Events Employees can join USA’s state-of-the-art recreation center for a nominal fee. USA football season tickets are available at a discount, and employees can attend all other USA sporting events for free. Student Loan Forgiveness As an employee of a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the U.S. Department of Education.