Foreman

UrbaCon Contracting & Trading Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Foreman to supervise construction activities and ensure adherence to project plans and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in managing crews, effective communication skills, and knowledge of construction methods. You will play a critical role in maintaining quality standards and enhancing productivity while promoting a culture of safety on the job site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years working experience with 3 years relevant experience.
• Experience in the GCC is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise activities ensuring adherence to project plans.
• Manage crews and provide guidance and support.
• Monitor progress and address issues on site.
• Enforce safety regulations and promote a safety culture.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Conduct regular inspections to meet quality standards.
• Resolve conflicts among crew members.
• Keep records of work progress and incidents.
• Participate in planning meetings.
• Serve as liaison between management and crews.
• Support HSE initiatives and contribute to safety reports.

Skills

Understanding of construction methods

Ability to lead and motivate crews

Knowledge of safety regulations

Effective communication skills

Ability to identify issues

ERP knowledge (SAP)

Education

High School Diploma

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

• 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 promote 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.
• Conduct 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 address 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 provide 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.
• Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies.

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