Foreman

UrbaCon Contracting & Trading Company; Qatar; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Qatar is seeking a Foreman to supervise and guide multiple skilled teams on job sites. Responsibilities include managing crew activities, enforcing safety regulations, and ensuring project specifications are met. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience and strong construction management skills, including knowledge of ERP systems like SAP.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years working experience, including 3 years in a relevant role.
• Experience in GCC countries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise activities, ensuring adherence to project plans and schedules.
• Manage and assign tasks to crews while providing guidance.
• Monitor progress and address issues or delays.
• Enforce safety regulations and promote a safety culture.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers for timely delivery.
• Conduct regular site inspections to maintain quality standards.
• Resolve conflicts and address performance issues.
• Keep accurate records of progress and incidents.
• Participate in planning meetings and provide input.
• Serve as a liaison between management and crews.

Skills

Understanding of construction methods

Ability to lead and motivate teams

Knowledge of safety regulations

Effective communication skills

Capacity to identify and solve issues

ERP knowledge, preferably SAP

Education

High School Diploma or Related Technical Certificates

Job description

Job Summary

The Foreman supervises and follows up the overall work and interacting with site general foreman, chargehands and labor group members to ensure smooth running of tasks at job sites throughout the work period. The role is responsible to supervise several skilled teams of resources to ensure maximum productivity at minimum cost and of highest quality whilst carried out in a safe manner.

Job Responsibilities 1

Supervise activities and ensuring adherence to project plans, specifications, and timelines.

Manage crews, assigning tasks, and providing guidance and support to workers.

Monitor progress and productivity on the site, identifying and addressing any issues or delays.

Enforce safety regulations and promoting a culture of safety among crew members to prevent accidents and injuries.

Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.

Conducting regular inspections of the worksite to ensure quality standards are met and workmanship is of the highest level.

Resolve conflicts or disputes among crew members and addressing any performance issues promptly and effectively.

Keep accurate records of work progress, materials used, and any incidents or accidents that occur on the site.

Participate in planning meetings and providing input on schedules, resource allocation, and project budgets.

Serve as a liaison between project management and crews, communicating project updates, changes, and expectations clearly and effectively.

Job Responsibilities 2

Additional Responsibilities 3

Job Knowledge & Skills

Understanding of construction methods, techniques, and materials to effectively oversee construction activities and ensure compliance.

Ability to lead and motivate construction crews, delegate tasks, and provide clear direction to achieve project objectives.

Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures to create a safe work environment and prevent accidents or injuries on the construction site.

Effective communication skills to convey instructions, provide feedback, and resolve conflicts among crew members and with project stakeholders.

Capacity to identify issues or challenges on the construction site and develop practical solutions to keep the project on track and within budget.

ERP knowledge – preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.

Job Experience

Minimum 5 year(s) working experience, 3 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year(s) GCC is a plus

Competencies

• Agility
• Resilience
• Quality
• Leadership
• Project Management L2
• Cost Management L2
• Design & Construction L2
• QA/QC L2
• HSE L2

Education

• High School Diploma in any Related Technical Certificates