Webber – Leadman

Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community.Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.

Supervisor: Foreman

Job Description: Manage and assist skilled craft workers in performing their assigned duties under close supervision. Usually an entry level supervisor position.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Manage field crew in day-to-day production of projects

• Exhibit a high level of safety consciousness and a clear understanding of equipment safety

• Order tools and equipment

• Interpret blueprints/plans and construct accordingly

• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals

• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to the supervisor and/or Human Resources

Requirements:

• Five (5) years of experience managing dirt crews on highway projects

• Lift, push, or pull and move up to seventy (70) pounds

• Climb, kneel, twist, and bend in various environments

• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with the fingers

• Demonstrated experience in utility work supervision to include gravity sewer, sewer force main, storm drain and waterline (NNWW preferably)

• Responsibilities to include but not limited to everyday operations for pipe installation from approved plans, planning and procuring materials for work, coordinating staff, working with owner representatives, and implementing a safe workplace.

• Be able to communicate in English via verbal and written communications

• Valid driver license for occasional, required travel

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables

• Ability to physically maneuver by foot minor obstacles at construction projects

• Work outdoors with exposure to changing weather conditions such as rain, sun, snow, and wind

Safety Policies and Practices: The employee in this job must be knowledgeable about and follow the company’s safety policies and procedures as described in the company’s safety manual.

Education: less than High School Diploma.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.

• Ability to print and speak simple sentences.

Experience: Minimum 0-3 years of related construction experience preferred.

Physical Activity Level: Heavy physical activity performing strenuous day activities of a primarily productive/technical nature.

Manual Dexterity: Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with the fingers. Able to perceive attributes of objects and materials.

Working Conditions: Outdoor exposure to changing weather conditions (rain, sun, snow, wind, etc.).

Work Environment: The work environment/physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; and high and/ or precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pre-Employment Screening:

• ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT IN THE UNITED STATES: Webber participates in E-Verify. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America to qualify for employment with the Company.

• APPLICATION REVIEW AND INTERVIEWS: Candidates whose applications are identified will be contacted by the hiring manager to participate in the interview process.

• DRUG TEST: Candidates who are identified and selected for a position are required to complete and pass a drug screen to be considered for employment with Webber.

• PHYSICAL: Candidates who are identified and selected for a field position are required to complete and pass a medical exam to ensure physical and/or mental capacity to complete the tasks required by the job.

• BACKGROUND CHECK: Some positions require completion of a background check, which may include Employment History Verification, County and Federal Searches for felonies and misdemeanors, SSN Address Trace, and/or National Criminal/Sex and Violent Offender Search.

• CONFIDENTIALITY: All information gathered from the candidate for the purpose of pre-employment screening and other Company-related documents are confidential. Webber does not provide copies or access to this information unless required by law.