Concrete Foreman

Job Description

Concrete Foreman

Job Summary:

The Foreman will oversee and coordinate various construction projects from start to finish, ensuring that schedules and budgets are followed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Selects, contracts, and oversees contractors for specific needs.
• Supervises each contractor and subcontractor to ensure that work meets quality standards and adheres to specifications.
  
  

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership in initial planning stage by collaborating with clients, architects, engineers, or other involved parties; develops detailed description of jobs and materials necessary to complete project.
• Schedules and coordinates projects in logical steps and budgets the time necessary to meet each deadline.
• Ensures adherence to the budget and, when unexpected complications or issues arise, makes quick and necessary adjustments.
• Plans, coordinates, organizes, oversees, and directs activities regarding the construction and maintenance of assigned structures, facilities, and systems.
• Ensures safety standards and guidelines are followed on the jobsite and that all safety codes are met in construction.
• Adheres to contract negotiations, revisions, and additions and adherence by all parties.
• Collaborates with clients, supervisory staff, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve problems, including work procedures, complaints, and construction or design issues.
• Manages and leads actions that are necessary due to delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with a variety of people, including owners, managers, designers, supervisors, tradespersons, and craft workers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Thorough understanding of contracts, plans, specifications, and regulations.
• Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, working well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays.
• Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.
• Thorough understanding of engineering, architectural, and other construction drawings.
• Ability to speak Spanish preferred.
  
  

Education and Experience:

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering required.
• At least five years of construction experience required.
• Preferred Construction Manager certification by the American Institute of Constructors or Construction Management Association of America preferred.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• May require travel.
• Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
• Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.
  
  

Company Description

Gateway Building Systems has gained a hard earned reputation as a Design-Build General Contractor that holds experience, quality and reliability above all other considerations. When you select Gateway, you’re getting more than a contractor. You are getting a full-service Design-Building General Contractor that will create the building solution that meets your needs. By combining creative design capabilities with quality products in masonry, concrete, wood or Butler steel buildings, we create a building that works for you. Since 1958, we have been dedicated to providing uncompromised service to our clients and professional growth and fulfillment for our employees. We listen to our clients, share their values and respond to their needs. In short, we take great pride in helping our clients see their dream become a reality.

Gateway Building Systems has gained a hard earned reputation as a Design-Build General Contractor that holds experience, quality and reliability above all other considerations. When you select Gateway, you’re getting more than a contractor. You are getting a full-service Design-Building General Contractor that will create the building solution that meets your needs. By combining creative design capabilities with quality products in masonry, concrete, wood or Butler steel buildings, we create a building that works for you. Since 1958, we have been dedicated to providing uncompromised service to our clients and professional growth and fulfillment for our employees. We listen to our clients, share their values and respond to their needs. In short, we take great pride in helping our clients see their dream become a reality.