Maintenance Foreman
The purpose of this job is to provide supervision and coordination of workers (both skilled and unskilled) engaged in various types of construction projects, such as highway structures, clearing right-of-way, pile driving, preparing subgrade, laying road surface, installing curb, installing underground utilities, traffic control, concrete paving of streets and related lime and dirt work, etc. The goals of this position include scheduling work to meet timetables in a safe manner, per the plans and specifications, and to meet estimated cost. This position may be required to maintain a good working relationship with inspectors, developers, vendors, subcontractors, etc. Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities :
- Skilled and semi-skilled hourly employee-owners
Functional Areas of Responsibility :
Manage a small amount of onsite equipment fleetRecruit hourly trade personnelExecute "Look Ahead" schedulesManage craftsmen, equipment, and material resourcesLogistics planningExecute project Work PlansWork crews productively and efficiently; meet daily cost objectivesTrainingPurchasing of unincorporated materials, tools, suppliesSafe work placeQuality of workSpecific Duties and Responsibilities :
Planning
Review contract documents, submittals, shop drawings, and schematics to determine the nature and scope of the work, the materials to be utilized, and manpower requirements (by craft) for each construction phaseExecute Work Plans for major components of work and monitor adherence to Work PlansExecute established procedures for the ordering self-perform materials, supplies, and small tools from approved suppliers. Ensure timely requisition is made for needed materials and equipment.Cost Performance
Monitor daily labor costs and production rates for accuracy and conformance with established budgets. Take corrective action to improve productivity when labor costs exceed expected norms.Encourage craftsmen to develop innovative methods for increasing efficiency, productivity, and profitability in their particular operation and to provide feedback and coaching on how the work is proceedingExecute hourly time card reportingMaintain all equipment assigned to crew and conduct preventive maintenance training for operator(s). Also responsible for various hand tools and the proper storage of all equipment at the end of each day.Scheduling
Provide a detailed construction plan for each day and general plan for one week. Manage work to stay within schedule.Manage scheduling of all QA / QC inspections of work necessary to obtain owner acceptance of the work.Quality Management
Inspect work in progress and ensure that it is performed within the tolerances established. Take corrective action when tolerances and / or overall performance standard are not being maintained.Relationships
Ability to manage crew into an effectively coordinated working unit, promoting a motivating atmosphereFoster and promote the training and development of subordinates through various on-the-job training opportunities, company-sponsored training programsRecommend personnel actions, such as promotions, discharges, disciplinary measures, initiate and suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve goalsSupervise the work of subcontractors to ensure compliance with plan, specifications, and schedules.Safety
Conduct Tool Box and JHA Safety Meetings with employee-owners to instruct them on topics for accident preventionEnforce all safety regulations and company policies, and is constantly alert to all safety conditions.Technical
Investigate alternative work methods and materials to improve efficiency and work quality; works to resolve issuesEnsure compliance with plans and specificationsPerform a variety of tasks associated with project completion, including closeout punch lists, demobilization, etc.Maintain a detailed and accurate daily report of all activity associated with field construction activitiesEnsure that equipment is being used for its intended purpose in the correct mannerInterpret company policies to workers and disseminates Equal Employment Opportunity Policy by covering these topics in conjunction with Safety MeetingsConduct on-the-job training for qualified personnel and records and reports hours on Foreman's Daily ControlFill out Foreman's Daily Control correctly with employee-owners' hours, job number, cost codes, quantities, etc.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications Required for this Position :
Education no minimum education requirements.
Experience 5+ years of Industrial and Supervisory experience preferred.
Austin ("The Company") is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Licenses & Certifications Required + Valid Driver's License
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.