Foreman - Construction

Foreman, Construction 

REPORTING TO: Superintendent / Project Manager - Leadership accountability for project level performance

                            Managing Senior Superintendent - Project assignments and company level labor and equipment                                        resource management

LOCATION: Southern Oregon including Grants Pass and Eugene

CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt, full-time with benefits

WAGE: Dependent on Experience 

The Foreman is responsible for coordinating daily field activities, directing crew members, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. Depending on the project, the Foreman may work alongside a Superintendent or independently oversee field operations on an assigned job. Responsibilities include coordinating labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors as needed to maintain project schedules and meet project requirements. The Foreman is accountable for assigned tasks, crew performance, and workmanship while upholding Ausland Group’s safety standards and project objectives.

What You’ll Do

Leadership and Supervision of Crews

• Lead members of a production crew in demonstrating safe and efficient construction practices and equipment use.
• Direct the work of onsite crew members as specified by Superintendent.
• Train laborers in the correct way to perform tasks and continually verify their progress.
• Provide individual feedback on the crew’s performance and suggest ways to improve.
• Address issues with crew members promptly and report policy violations immediately to Senior Superintendent or other administration staff as appropriate.
• Serve as a first line communicator to field staff on project site, communicating company information to crews while supporting and advancing company values and standards.
• Support crew members in their career endeavors, recommending employees for promotion and/or advancement.

Production

• Ensure high performance/progressive production and completion of work in harmony with cost, quality and quantity factors.
• Study and become intimately familiar with construction documents days or weeks (as appropriate) ahead of work. Seek resolution of questions before work must begin.
• Plan resources required (labor, equipment, materials, incidentals) well ahead of work to ensure uninterrupted flow.
• Work late and early (before and after field crews) as necessary to ensure all resources (labor, equipment, materials, incidentals) are on site and ready to ensure uninterrupted flow of work.
• Leverage crews (laborers and skilled trades) to ensure maximum effectiveness and value.
• Communicate job requirements to the crew before beginning work emphasizing special needs of clients.
• Ensure that trailers, trucks and equipment are in proper and safe working condition at the end of the day ready for use the following morning.
• Keep Superintendent informed of progress, issues, etc. throughout the day and recommend reasonable adjustments to plan necessary to complete daily goals.
• Keep equipment clean and orderly.

Administration

• Establish and maintain Ausland’s administrative procedures as they relate to the project, including, but not limited to: job costing, purchase orders, equipment tracking, timecard reporting, etc.
• Report all truck, trailer, or equipment damage immediately to the Field Manager and administrative staff, as appropriate.

Safety

• Hold weekly “Tool Box Talk” safety meetings with Ausland staff.
• Enforce company standards of site cleanliness, safety, health, and substance abuse.
• Oversee implementation and ongoing compliance with project safety requirements: i.e.: project specific safety plans, fall protection plans, MSDS documentation, etc.
• Promote the safe and efficient use of equipment, trucks and trailers, advancing a culture of safety.
• Report all injuries promptly to the Superintendent, Senior Superintendent, and People Success.

Quality Control

• Be responsible for work layout.
• Maintain up-to-built documents.
• Work with Superintendent to schedule prescribed (or necessary) quality control measures.

Experience, Skills, & Abilities Required

We recognize that candidates may not meet every qualification listed below. The following skills and experience are preferred and will help support success in the Foreman role:

• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Demonstrated leadership, crew supervision, and task coordination skills.
• Knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Experience with construction layout using automatic levels and transits.
• Understanding of construction safety standards and practices.
• Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts, including algebra and geometry, to field operations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, and crouch for extended periods on construction sites.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry materials, tools, and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb and work from ladders, scaffolds, and elevated surfaces as required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and on uneven terrain.
• Sufficient visual and auditory ability to identify hazards, read construction plans, and communicate effectively with crew members.
• Ability to safely operate or work around construction tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Ability to perform physical tasks associated with construction activities while maintaining awareness of jobsite safety requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least four years of progressive experience in commercial construction, including field supervision or crew leadership.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety training completed within six months of hire.
• CPR /First Aid Certification within six months of hire.

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
• Company vehicle with fuel card
• $15,000 life insurance policy
• 401(k) retirement savings and prevailing wage fringe where applicable
• Paid time off
• Company paid safety training and licensure
• Fitness and wellness membership allowance 
• Annual employee recognition, gifts, and swag 
• Company celebrations

Ausland’s Vision

To become the most trusted and sought-after design-build firm in the Pacific Northwest – defined by true integration and exceptional client outcomes.

Ausland’s Core Values

Integration, Innovation, Stewardship, and Tenacity.

EEO Statement

Ausland is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We revel in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact Ausland’s People Success at 541.476.3788