What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Foreman position at Jurgensen Companies?
Paul H Rohe is seeking a skilled and motivated Construction Foreman to oversee daily construction site operations. The Foreman will ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget while maintaining high-quality workmanship. This role involves direct supervision of field laborers and craft workers, requiring strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Coordination: Plan and oversee job-specific activities, efficiently allocating skilled labor, equipment, materials, and resources to meet project specifications and deadlines.
- Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and coach field team members to foster a high-performing, engaged workforce that consistently meets goals and objectives.
- Safety Compliance: Enforce safety requirements and serve as a role model for workplace safety to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Problem Solving: Identify and address project challenges, collaborating with superintendents and other foremen to ensure successful, high-quality project completion.
- Stakeholder Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with project managers, superintendents, quality control teams, INDOT representatives, and subcontractors to support project objectives.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Project Planning & Organization: Ability to prioritize tasks, monitor project timelines, and adjust plans as needed to mitigate risks and ensure efficiency.
- Problem-Solving: Apply logical and systematic approaches to identifying and resolving construction-related challenges.
- Leadership & Team Management: Inspire and lead a team, address performance issues fairly and consistently, and involve team members in decision-making processes.
- Safety Awareness: Strong knowledge of workplace safety practices and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and worker protection.
- Communication & Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal skills to coordinate effectively with multiple stakeholders and ensure project alignment.
- Technical Expertise: Experience with one or more of the following: asphalt, concrete, excavation, and/or underground utilities.
Education & Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant construction experience preferred.
- Experience in supervisory or leadership roles in a construction setting is a plus.
