Concrete Foreman ($45-55 an hour)

Arena Family of Companies; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company provided foreman truck

Relocation assistance

Long term career opportunity

Job summary

A construction firm seeks an experienced Place and Finish Foreman to lead commercial concrete slab operations in Boise. This hands-on role involves managing field placement and finishing activities on large-scale pours. The ideal candidate has proven experience with slabs of 10,000 to 40,000 square feet, strong leadership abilities, and the technical know-how to deliver high-quality finishes. Attractive compensation of $40 to $50 per hour is offered, along with a foreman truck and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Place and Finish Foreman on commercial concrete projects.
• Experience completing slab on grade pours between 10,000 and 40,000 square feet.
• Strong understanding of slab finishing tolerances including FFL requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise place and finish operations for commercial slab on grade projects.
• Ensure slabs meet required FFL flatness and levelness tolerances.
• Supervise and lead place and finish crews ranging from 8 to 25 personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Concrete finishing expertise

Crew management

Technical execution

Tools

Ride on power trowels

Finishing equipment

Job description

Additional Compensation: Foreman truck, gas card, relocation assistance available

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Place and Finish Foreman to lead commercial concrete slab on grade operations in the Boise area. This role is responsible for managing field placement and finishing activities on large scale pours ranging from 10,000 to 40,000 square feet. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, technical finishing expertise, and the ability to consistently deliver high quality slabs meeting strict flatness and levelness requirements.

This is a hands on leadership role overseeing crews, coordinating with field leadership, and ensuring pours are completed safely, efficiently, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

Concrete Placement and Finishing Leadership

• Lead and supervise place and finish operations for commercial slab on grade projects
• Execute pours ranging from 10,000 to 40,000 square feet
• Operate and oversee use of ride on power trowels, walk behind power trowels, and finishing equipment
• Ensure proper placement, consolidation, screeding, floating, and finishing techniques

Crew Management and Coordination

• Supervise and lead place and finish crews ranging from 8 to 25 personnel
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and scheduling with project leadership
• Train and mentor finishers to ensure quality and productivity standards
• Maintain a strong safety culture and enforce jobsite safety procedures

Quality Control and Technical Execution

• Ensure slabs meet required FFL flatness and levelness tolerances
• Coordinate around hydrostatic, plumbing, and mechanical penetrations
• Verify layout, elevations, and finish tolerances prior to and during pours
• Identify and resolve finishing and placement challenges in real time

Equipment and Operational Oversight

• Manage ride on trowels, finishing machines, and related equipment
• Coordinate delivery timing, sequencing, and placement logistics
• Maintain equipment readiness and ensure proper usage

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Proven experience as a Place and Finish Foreman on commercial concrete projects
• Experience completing slab on grade pours between 10,000 and 40,000 square feet
• Strong hands on experience with ride on power trowels and finishing equipment
• Experience managing crews of 8 to 25 personnel
• Strong understanding of slab finishing tolerances including FFL requirements
• Experience working around hydrostatic and mechanical systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on large commercial, industrial, or institutional projects
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to read plans and understand elevations and specifications

Compensation and Benefits

• $40 to $50 per hour based on experience
• Company provided foreman truck
• Long term career opportunity with consistent project backlog

Ideal Candidate Profile

This role is ideal for a hands on concrete foreman who takes pride in producing high quality slabs, leading crews effectively, and delivering consistent results on large commercial pours. Candidates with strong finishing expertise, leadership ability, and experience on large slab on grade projects will be highly successful in this role.