What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foreman position at Bearing Construction, Inc.?
At Bearing Construction, we offer a dynamic environment where you can grow professionally while building strong, lasting relationships. Our culture thrives on collaboration, backed by a foundation of stability, loyalty, and innovation.
We are committed to enhancing the environmental quality of every community we serve and have become the trusted contractor of choice for many of our best clients.
With exciting opportunities on the horizon, both for our company and each team member, there’s never been a better time to join us. Become part of a high-performing team delivering exceptional construction management and engineering services.
Pay Range
The pay range for this role is $32.00-$38.00 per hour. Compensation is based on your unique qualifications and experience.
Benefits
Enjoy a comprehensive total rewards package beyond a competitive base salary to include merit increases, annual bonus potential, and an extensive benefits plan for you and your family that includes health, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, a retirement 401k plan, life insurance, short-term disability, and other supplemental options.
As an employee of Bearing Construction, Inc., you will also receive perks like a semiannual clothing allowance to spend in our company webstore and have access to our employee perk programs like Working Advantage, which offers exclusive deals and offers on various products, services, and experiences.
Job Summary
Supports the Project Delivery Team throughout the entire life cycle of the project, from bid to completion.
Under the direction of the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent, the Foreman is responsible for supporting project delivery activities, assists with on-site construction office set-up activities, schedule compliance and project safety. The Foreman assists in recognizing & reporting prime and subcontract change event opportunities, reviewing project submittals, and confirms work conforms to the approved submittals. The Foreman works collaboratively with personnel as assigned by the Project Delivery Team.
Responsibilities and Duties
Construction Management
- Review project safety plans and protocols with Safety Manager.
- Support and implement on-site safety monitoring and education.
- Support and implement the management of daily huddles and review DJHAs with subcontractors.
- Support and enforce the review implementation of safety protocols with crew & staff, and with subcontractors.
- Examine and install safety barriers where required.
- Read and understand the Geotechnical Report.
- Read and fully understand contract drawings, specs, scope, and other contract related documents.
- Install and maintain erosion & sediment control devices.
- Install temporary office trailers & utilities.
- Support the development of a tool and equipment list for mobilization.
- Lead Bearing’s installation crews to meet or exceed daily production goals.
- Review submittals for picking and storage requirements. Identify and request materials & supplies a minimum of one week in advance of the proposed construction activity.
- Request additional workers and schedule required equipment in advance.
- Reviews work packs with the project engineer and provides directive on modification or development of work packs.
- Reviews work packs with installation crews. Request in advance all materials required to perform assigned tasks. Request miscellaneous supplies required by crews.
- Provide support for the weekly progress meetings.
- Support the review, coordination, and management of the 3-week look-ahead schedules. Notify and coordinate 3-week look-ahead schedules with subcontractors.
- Schedule shutdowns as needed with plant operations.
- Provide support for the management of weekly internal/sub coordination meetings.
- Manage the primary & secondary subcontractor installation crews.
- Submit external & internal daily reports.
- Stage materials for installation crews (self-perform or subcontracted) as necessary.
- Confirm Punchlist items are completed promptly & accurately.
- Perform demobilization from the project site.
- Input daily payroll for designated crews, to be approved by the superintendent.
- Create and update change events with accurate and timely information as events develop and evolve
Cost Management
- Confirm delivered materials’ quantities conform with delivery receipts/bills-of-lading.
- Store and manage inventory of materials received based on location and storage requirements.
- Code delivery tickets for materials they themselves have ordered or released then submit utilizing company submission platform unless otherwise directed by a superior.
- Inventory tools and manage storage and security. Report missing or damaged tools internally.
- Input accurate daily & weekly payroll reports to the superintendent via company payroll platform.
- Support the management of the timekeeping process for payroll or change events by providing response to inquiries that may arise.
- Record and report payroll data to field management.
- Manage installation teams to meet production goals.
Skills and Abilities
- Exceptionally detail oriented, organized, and focused on quality.
- Comfortable learning new software applications quickly and with little direct supervision.
- Ability to research and comprehend the details of contract documents and drawings.
- Possess strong desire to keep IT-related skill set relevant and useful.
- Ability to prioritize time to meet deadlines, anticipate issues and avoid bottlenecks.
- Excellent time management and communication skills.
Personnel Management
- Must provide clear and concise direction to all designated employees and subcontractors performing work.
- Conduct Bi-annual Employee evaluations and reviews.
- Develop employee improvement plans when necessary.
- Conduct employee orientation and training as required.
- Build and maintain Positive morale among employees.
- Address and document employee misconduct utilizing HR approved guidelines.
Employment Requirements
- High school diploma/GED required.
- 5 years of experience in construction duties.
- Ability to read and write in order to maintain records and work schedules, to read work orders, specifications and so forth.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to interact with co-workers, clients & their staff in a respectful and courteous manner.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Preferred Experience
- Previous water/wastewater construction experience.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to work in an active outdoor construction site environment.
- Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.
- Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.
- Must be able to work in various weather conditions and be exposed to dirt or dust.
- Must be able to wear the required personal protective equipment while at work.
- Must be able to lift and carry 25lbs regularly and 50lbs occasionally.
- Must be able to work for long periods of time while standing.
Salary : $32 - $38
