Concrete Foundation Foreman

Hakala Foundations, Inc.; New Ipswich (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company located in New Ipswich, NH is seeking an experienced foreman to lead concrete projects throughout NH and MA. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, proven experience as a Concrete Foreman, and excellent leadership skills. Responsibilities include overseeing concrete preparation and installation, evaluating project stages, and ensuring quality standards. Compensation is negotiable based on skills. This is a full-time role with opportunities for long-term employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's or associate's degree in Construction Management is a plus.
• Certification preferred.
• Experience as a Concrete Foreman necessary.
• Commercial driver's license needed.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and plans.
• Strong organizational and time management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee concrete preparation, placement, installation, and finishing.
• Evaluate labor and materials for projects.
• Resolve quality and completion issues.
• Consult blueprints for accurate installation.
• Delegate tasks to laborers.
• Maintain project records.
• Ensure formwork and shoring are correctly erected.
• Inspect concrete and instruct corrections.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Construction Management

Certification from American Institute of Constructors

Tools

Estimation software

Job description

Overview

Looking to hire an experienced foreman to lead a growing team. This person should have a strong work ethic, ability to execute technical commercial jobs, positive attitude and excellent communication skills. We are located in New Ipswich, NH but travel all over NH and MA. Compensation is based on skill and ability to “step into” the job. We are looking for someone with longevity in mind, and are willing to pay for it (amount listed is estimated- willing to negotiate for the right person).

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all activities pertaining to concrete preparation, placement, installation, finishing, and curing.
• Dividing concrete construction projects into different stages and evaluating how much labor and materials are required for each stage.
• Resolving all problems that may affect project quality and completion.
• Consulting blueprints, drawings, and plans to ensure that concrete structures are accurately placed and installed.
• Delegating tasks to concrete laborers and providing overall guidance.
• Maintaining accurate records of the number of hours worked and the number of materials used for each project.
• Ensuring that formwork and shoring are erected, supported, and dismantled based on engineering designs and drawings.
• Inspecting concrete after the formwork and shoring has been removed and instructing concrete laborers on how to correct defects and concrete roughness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Construction Management or Construction Science is advantageous.
• Certification through the American Institute of Constructors or the Construction Management Association of America is preferred.
• Proven experience working as a Concrete Foreman.
• Commercial driver's license.
• Working knowledge of estimation software.
• The ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and plans.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent management and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.