Concrete Foreman

Kent Companies; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated and experienced Foreman to lead construction projects. This role involves directing teams, ensuring safety compliance, and efficiently managing resources to deliver high-quality concrete work. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a solid background in concrete construction, with a commitment to safety and productivity. Join a company that values its employees and offers a competitive benefits package, including weekly pay and comprehensive health coverage. If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Weekly Pay

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Retirement Plans

Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• 4+ years of concrete construction experience, including 2 years of wall experience.
• Ability to lift 80 lbs and work in variable environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct construction projects, ensuring timely completion.
• Conduct safety meetings and ensure adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Concrete Construction

Leadership

Communication

Safety Management

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Laser Level

Concrete Finishing Tools

Job description

Career Opportunities with Kent Companies

Summary
At the superintendent's direction, lead and direct employees in meeting daily established goals on various job sites.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and direct people, equipment, and resources in the construction of projects.
• Ensure sufficient deployment and productivity of work crews.
• Communicate openly with the superintendent and report any project plan issues.
• Work as a team member and leader to successfully pour, level, and finish concrete.
• Setup and use of laser level to ensure proper installation of components.
• Organize and coordinate the daily activities of all crew members, subcontractors, and equipment and utilize corrective action to keep the project on time and within budget.
• Identify and execute best practices concerning the efficient use of construction materials.
• Plan work in an efficient and practical order, maximizing progress in a safe and timely manner.
• Attend weekly job site foreman’s meetings and be able to communicate the work plan with clients and other subcontractors.
• Lead or direct daily safety huddles and stretch/flex programs.
• Review and adhere to construction schedules, ensuring milestones and completion dates are met.
• Ensure company equipment is lawfully operated, cared for, maintained, and used effectively.
• Read and interpret project plans and specifications.
• Promote, execute, and adhere to the company’s safety program and encourage all employees, subcontractors, and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
• Plan ahead and notify the Superintendent of any materials/tools/equipment required to ensure the project stays on schedule and crews are productive.
• Conduct daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections.
• Review safe work plans/hazard assessments with the crew before job commencement.
• Work with the Safety Department to investigate damage, incidents, or near misses at the worksite and ensure proper procedures follow the Company’s Safety Program.
• Work safely and responsibly so as not to injure oneself intentionally or unintentionally or endanger the well-being of others.
• Ensure all new hires receive their required orientation and attend company-designated training.
• Monitor and manage employee attendance, ensuring the timely arrival and participation of all crew members and notifying employees of rain days before the start of the work.
• Delegate tasks and accountabilities, instruct, supervise, lead, and direct base crew.
• Act as the first point of contact between the company and employees on various employee-related matters.
• Comply with relevant legislation regarding employee management, terminations, and resignations.
• Act as the first point of contact between the Human Resources department on employee-related issues, including employee development, benefits, training, terminations, and investigations.
• Ensure consistent and fair application of the progressive disciplinary policy.
• Continually develop yourself and your team through ongoing training, education, etc.

Required Experience, Education, and Qualifications

• Four plus (4+) years of concrete construction field experience, including at least two years of Symons handset wall experience.
• One (1) year of concrete finishing experience is required for a flatwork foreman. Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift 80lbs.
• Work in a variable environment, including, but not limited to, high/low temperatures, areas close to traffic, loud and frequent noises, confined spaces, heights, and indoor/outdoor settings.
• This position often requires climbing, kneeling, bending, and crawling and the ability to work on ladders, platforms, and mechanical lifts.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check related to driving (for any driver).
• Ability to pass a drug screening.

Benefits
Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:

• Weekly pay.
• PTO (Paid Time Off).
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plans with discretionary employer-matching.
• Holiday pay (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day).

Work Environment/Physical Demand

• Ability to lift 80 lbs.
• Work in a variable environment, including, but not limited to, high/low temperatures, areas close to traffic, loud and frequent noises, confined spaces, heights, and indoor/outdoor settings.
• This position often requires climbing, kneeling, bending, and crawling and the ability to work on ladders, platforms, and mechanical lifts.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This full-time field position requires travel to local job locations in and around North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Typical hours will range from 45-50 hours per week and are subject to change. This role requires working nontypical days and irregular hours based on construction schedules. Due to the critical nature of the role, accepting phone calls even during nontypical workdays and hours is also necessary.

Travel
This position reports directly to each job site and requires personal transportation.

Office Location
1223 Quarry Overlook Drive Fort Mill, South Carolina

About Kent Companies
Kent Companies is a full-service specialty trade contractor with operations across Michigan, Texas, Ohio, and the Carolinas. As a third-generation, family-owned business, we believe our people are our greatest assets. We employ over 2,000 trade professionals nationwide and deliver every project with our Four Hallmarks: Safety, Productivity, Quality, and Customer Service. Kent Companies is known as The Leaders in Concrete and continuously ranks in the Top 10 Concrete Contractors nationwide by ENR Magazine.

Kent Concrete
We deliver comprehensive, turnkey concrete construction services for customers nationwide. Our services include structural concrete, tilt-up concrete, concrete paving, curb and gutter, and concrete pumping. From the most complex cast-in-place structures to mission-critical facilities, our customers turn to us because they know we’ll deliver the horsepower and expertise to get the job done.

About Kent Companies Carolinas Commercial Concrete Division
Kent Concrete operates a Charlotte-based commercial, multifamily, and structural division. This team delivers comprehensive, turnkey concrete packages for our customers. Our crews perform a variety of scopes including foundations, slabs, Ductilcrete, tilt-up, and structural cast-in-place concrete. With this team, you’ll have a hand in the projects that change Charlotte and the Southeast region. Learn more about Kent Concrete by visiting concrete.kentcompanies.com.

EEO Statement
At Kent Companies, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Kent Companies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including but not limited to hiring, recruiting, promotions, performance evaluations, termination, and compensation decisions. The Company will strive to ensure that all employees and prospective employees will be treated equally in regard to recruitment, employment, promotions, demotions, discipline, termination, access to benefits and training, leaves of absence and layoffs. The Company will further ensure that its management staff is aware of the Company’s commitment to this policy and each member understands their individual role in the process of administering this plan. Kent Companies will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.