Webber – Vegetation Specialist Foreman

About us:

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.

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Vegetation Supervisor plans and schedules the resources for all Vegetation Maintenance jobs, ensuring that projects are completed within prescribed timeframe and cost parameters while meeting or exceeding quality expectations. This includes managing people resources, equipment, material, and project completion timeframes. As part of the planning process, the Vegetation Supervisor will need to travel to job sites to understand the amount of resources needed and the estimated time for project completion. The Vegetation Supervisors will also need to work closely with the Project Manager and each other to determine efficient crew scheduling within overall project timeline.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing all necessary items for crews to begin work each
• Daily supervision of all technicians, laborers, specialists, and subcontractors working in his/her assigned
• Provide direction to crews regarding scheduling and completion of work as efficiently as
• Provide training to crews on tasks necessary to complete projects as well as required safety
• Provide daily feedback and evaluation of performance as well as conduct annual performance
• Manage people including hiring, termination, disciplinary actions, recognition and rewards, compensation, and
• Train staff on safety procedures and conduct site visits to ensure compliance, taking any corrective action as
• Other duties as

Quality System Responsibilities:

• Assists the Project Team in the development of work plan procedures:
• Provides coordination of technical guidance on regulatory and code compliance to QC/Inspection personnel based in incumbent's area of expertise
• Reviews and approves Material Requisitions (MR) and Purchase Orders (PO) for materials and equipment, when applicable
• Reviews Subcontractor's inspection program and inspection reports, as applicable

Safety Responsibilities:

• Seeks to continually improve workplace safety by attending and conducting workplace inspections, toolbox talks, hazard assessments etc.
• Stops unsafe work practices and works with site staff to eliminate / mitigate hazards before
• Coordinates safety committee meetings and activities including schedule, agenda, minutes, investigations

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and understand plans, material lists, guidelines and meet timelines
• Knowledge of Vegetation operations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• 24/7 Operations- Availably for holidays, nights, weekends
• On call duties as
• Must be willing and able to respond within contractual guidelines

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver license and a good driving record are required to drive a company
• Valid Class A CDL preferred
• Minimum 5 years' experience in vegetation
• Minimum 3 years' experience managing people
• 2 years' experience with production scheduling
• Valid Herbicide License Preferred: Core, Right-of-Way, Aquatic

Work Conditions/Physical Demands

• Capable of working outdoors in all types of weather Reaching, bending, squatting, walking
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of
• Use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Webber, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam Era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Webber, LLC complies with applicable local, state and federal laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at each location the Company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.