Earthwork Foreman

General Description As an Earthwork Foreman, you will direct and lead a crew of hourly workers on a project, and manage all aspects of the crew's work, including safety, planning, production and monitoring performance. Duties and Responsibilities Assist in the coordination of construction activities on large earth moving projects. Inspect construction work as necessary and ensure compliance with quality requirements and standards. Be able to perform all of the essential functions of craft workers under his/her supervision. Use effective verbal and written communication skills. Plan, diagram, and lay-out work. Read and understand plans and specifications. Visualize two dimensional drawings in three dimensions. With regard to that portion of the work assigned, develop a complete understanding of the contract plans and specifications, lay-out, installation and/or construction. Review with Superintendent at the start of and throughout the project. Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost saving measures that arise or that may be encountered. Take corrective actions as needed. Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed. Listen to other employee's and supervisor's suggestions, complaints, problems, safety concerns and recommendations, evaluate each and then devise and implement a plan of action based on that evaluation. Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards. Perform task planning to safely and efficiently carry out all aspects of that work assigned. Plan and communicate with purchasing personnel and supervisor to assure that an adequate supply of tools, materials and equipment are available. Monitor quality of work and assure that correct construction procedures are followed and that work is in compliance with the plans and specifications. Complete crew's timecards for correct hours and cost coding. Monitor the progress of the work accomplished relative to the 3-week Short Interval Schedule. Provide on-the-job training and mentoring to subordinates. Monitor productivity rates and review with crew members. Ensure that construction equipment is correctly operated and maintained. Have a working knowledge of Short Interval Schedules (SIS) and labor management productivity, systems. Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications and industry standards. Be self-motivated and work productively. Motivate crews properly. Job Requirements Three or more years of experience. Must be reliable and dependable Grade checking capabilities. Must be able to work independently and within a team. Prior experience successfully managing mass earthwork and grading. Complete, compile, oversee and submit various paperwork related to safety, equipment, etc. Timecard and diary entry. Capable of personnel management and accountability. Must be able to work in a safety-conscious manner. Ability to proficiently operate a scraper, motor grader, loader, compactor, dozer, excavator. Must be self-motivated and goal oriented. Must be results minded. Must have good management skills. Must have ability to schedule work and track results. Must have proficient knowledge of construction practices. Ability to read plans and blueprints. Must be flexible. Have proficient knowledge of state and federal regulations.