Carpenter Foreman

Middlesex Asphalt, LLC; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in heavy civil construction seeks a Carpenter Foreman to oversee bridge-related construction. Responsibilities include enforcing safety policies, managing crew productivity, and ensuring timely project completion. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in bridge construction and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Employee Assistance Programs

Life Insurance

Disability

401k with Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Foreman on bridge construction.
• Knowledge of bridge construction equipment and forming systems.

Responsibilities

• Enforce quality control and safety policies.
• Conduct daily huddles and Tool Box Talks with crew.
• Ensure materials are on site and oversee crew productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Bridge Construction Equipment

Job description

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary:

The Carpenter Foreman will be responsible for the field planning and production of all types of bridge related construction as directed by the Superintendent.

Responsibilities:

• Enforce quality control and Company safety policies on all aspects of the work and ensure compliance with Safety Policies and Quality Control Plan.
• Ensure that materials required for the week are on site or available.
• Collect and enter labor and equipment on a daily basis into Heavy Job.
• Conduct daily huddles, stretching exercises, and weekly Tool Box Talk with crew.
• Ensure that equipment is cleaned and stored properly at the end of each shift.
• Assist in planning work schedule and determining labor and equipment needs daily.
• Report any potential changes or extra’s to appropriate Field Superintendent.
• Direct oversight responsibility of time sheets for labor and equipment, as well as daily reports complete with quantities worked.
• Review, maintain, and monitor crew’s productivity and goals daily.
• Follow the project construction process to ensure that work is completed on time.
• Provide job hazard analysis prior to new work activities.
• Develop material handling plan with Superintendent.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Foreman working on bridge related construction.
• Must have knowledge of all types of bridge construction equipment and forming systems associated with bridge construction.
• SHA 10 certified is preferable.
• Rigging knowledge.

Necessary Attributes:

• Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with strong verbal communication skills and leadership qualities.
• Dedicated and hard working.
• Excellent attention to detail with emphasis placed on quality.
• Professionally and technically competent in the area of bridge and crane work.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.