Structural Concrete Foreman - Whitaker Construction Company

Job Summary: 

A Structural Concrete Foreman is responsible for the direction, coordination, evaluation, and production for a crew of 3-5 Concrete Finishers. This position directly supervises employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. 

Whitaker Construction offers an exceptional benefits package including: 

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employees earn shares in the company – All employees have ownership in the company and its success 
• Competitive wages 
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance 
• 401 K and Match 
• Vacation 
• Paid Holidays 
• Paid Personal Days 
• Quarterly Incentive Program (profit sharing) 
• Referral Bonuses 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

Roles and Responsibilities: 

Including but not limited to the list below. 

• Supervise craft employees who perform concrete forming, placement, and finishing work to ensure productivity, and efficient use of materials and equipment. 
• Prioritize and manage safety and quality expectations in the field. 
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and diagrams to understand the layout and to determine the dimensions of the structure or form to be finished. 
• Direct crew in carpentry and concrete finishing tasks. 
• Plans ahead to ensure that appropriate materials are on hand when needed. 
• Ensure crew maintains a clean job site; picks up all tools and equipment and secures job site each day to eliminate potential hazards. 
• Organizes, supervises, leads, and trains crew members to complete projects within established guidelines and time frames, on time and under budget. 
• Implement better methods of production in all aspects of your job. 
• Assist in schedule development and effectively budget time to adhere to schedule. 
• Identifying potential change orders. 
• Effectively communicates with the Project Manager any delays, and/or emergencies at the job site; works with Project Manager to resolve issues to comply with budget and schedule. 
• Contribute knowledge and ideas to increase productivity. 
• Conduct jobsite orientation. Lead, train, and mentor all employees. 
• Comply with all safety policies, procedures, and standards of safety. 
• Properly follows all state and federal agencies safety procedures; brings problems to the attention of the Project Manager, Safety Director, or HR Manager. 
• Maintains time and production records; detailed and accurate time sheets, with verified quantities included and detailed locations of work performed. 
• Maintain professional attitude with owners, inspectors, public, and company personnel. 
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned by supervisors. 

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. Any vocational training is strongly desired. 
• Those with an education and/or work-related credential from a secondary or post-secondary educational system will be given preferred interview status (Precision Exams, NOCTE, etc.). 
• A minimum of 6 years of concrete finishing experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.  
• Ability to read and comprehend civil construction plans, structural plans, and specifications. 
• Knowledgeable in commercial structural concrete procedures, practices, equipment, and testing procedures. 
• Ability to direct work and evaluate strengths and weaknesses of co-workers. 
• ACI Concrete Certifications are beneficial, but not required. 
• Display a willing attitude to learn from others. 
• Possess a strong sense of personal responsibility. 
• Focus to work safely in close proximity to equipment, co-workers, and surroundings. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment. 
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to get to and from work. 

Phyiscal Requirements: 

• Able and willing to work long hours including day, night, weekend shifts as needed, and work outside of normal hours. 
• Able to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently. 
• Able to work in outside environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, and job hazards. 
• Ability to do physical labor and other strenuous physical tasks.