Construction Foreman

Jurgensen Companies; Aurora (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jurgensen Companies in Indiana is seeking a skilled Construction Foreman to oversee daily site operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, on-time delivery, and high-quality workmanship. You will supervise field laborers and craft workers, coordinating with project managers and superintendents to maintain workflow continuity.

The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with ≥5 years of supervisory construction experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of construction experience required.
• Supervisory or leadership experience is a plus.
• Ability to navigate tight areas and rapid emergency egress.
• Climb ladders and sit for extended periods may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee job-specific activities, ensuring efficient use of labor, equipment, materials, and resources.
• Coordinate with project managers and superintendents for clear direction and workflow.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate field crew; provide training and performance guidance.
• Enforce company and regulatory safety policies; conduct regular safety meetings and inspections.
• Identify project issues and implement timely, effective solutions; collaborate with superintendents and other foremen to resolve challenges.
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and stakeholders; provide field progress updates.

Skills

Project planning

Problem solving

Leadership

Safety awareness

Communication

Technical expertise

Job description

Paul H Rohe is seeking a skilled and motivated Construction Foreman to oversee daily construction site operations.The Foreman will ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget while maintaining high-quality workmanship. This role involves direct supervision of field laborers and craft workers, requiring strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.Construction Foreman Responsibilities:Project Coordination & Resource Management:Plans and oversees job-specific activities, ensuring efficient use of skilled labor, equipment, materials, and resourcesAligns daily operations with project specifications, schedules, and deadlinesCoordinates with project managers and superintendents to ensure clear direction and workflow continuityTeam Leadership & Workforce Development:Leads, mentors, and motivates field crew members to build a high-performing, goal-oriented teamProvides on-the-job training, feedback, and performance guidance to support team developmentPromotes a culture of accountability, productivity, and mutual respect among the crewSafety & Regulatory Compliance:Enforces company and industry safety policies, procedures, and best practices on the job siteServes as a safety role model, ensuring all work is completed in compliance with OSHA, INDOT, and other applicable regulationsConducts regular safety meetings and inspections to proactively address risksProblem Solving & Quality Control:Identifies project issues or inefficiencies and implements timely, effective solutionsCollaborates with superintendents and other foremen to resolve technical and personnel challengesEnsures workmanship meets quality standards, project specs, and client expectationsStakeholder & Communication Management:Maintains strong working relationships with project managers, superintendents, quality control teams, subcontractors, and INDOT representativesProvides regular updates, communicates field progress, and relays challenges and needs to relevant stakeholdersFosters a collaborative environment across field and office teams to support successful project deliveryRequired Skills & Qualifications:Project Planning & Organization: Ability to prioritize tasks, monitor project timelines, and adjust plans as needed to mitigate risks and ensure efficiency.Problem-Solving: Apply logical and systematic approaches to identifying and resolving construction-related challenges.Leadership & Team Management: Inspire and lead a team, address performance issues fairly and consistently, and involve team members in decision-making processes.Safety Awareness: Strong knowledge of workplace safety practices and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and worker protection.Communication & Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal skills to coordinate effectively with multiple stakeholders and ensure project alignment.Technical Expertise: Experience with one or more of the following: asphalt, concrete, excavation, and/or underground utilities.Education & ExperienceMinimum of 5 years of relevant construction experience preferred.Experience in supervisory or leadership roles in a construction setting is a plus.Ability to navigate tight areasRapid emergency egressClimb laddersSit for extended periods of timeEOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran/DFSP