Construction Foreman - Northern VA

CES Consulting; Warrenton (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CES Consulting is seeking an Overhead Sign Foreman in Warrenton, Virginia. This full-time role involves supervising crews during the installation of roadway signage projects. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in highway construction and a high school diploma or GED. The position requires strong leadership, safety compliance, and communication skills. Additional certifications, such as OSHA and VDOT Traffic Control, are preferred. A clean driving record is necessary along with the ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience in highway construction/overhead sign installation required.
• Must pass pre-employment background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and work alongside a crew installing roadway signage projects.
• Train and monitor the safety practices of all field employees.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and safety regulations.
• Submit daily crewmember timesheets and production reports.

Skills

Heavy equipment machinery experience

Communication skills

Safety orientation

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

OSHA 10 hour certification

VDOT Intermediate Work Zone Safety Traffic Control Certification

Job description

We are seeking to hire an Overhead Sign Foreman to support our clients in the Northern Virginia area.

Position Summary:

The Foreman position is a full-time position with direct responsibility for personnel, equipment, scheduling, safety and quality. The foreman will supervise and work alongside a crew of employees and occasionally subcontractors installing and constructing roadway signage projects, including but not limited to maintenance of traffic (MOT), excavation, backfill, reinforcing steel and concrete placement. The position requires experience to perform the tasks required and ensure that the projects are completed safely, on time and within budget.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure the assigned project/task is completed on schedule and in accordance with the plans and set specifications.
• Train, develop, and monitor the safety practices (including PPE) of all field employees through regularly scheduled safety meetings, one on one development and disciplinary action (if necessary).
• Follows all requirements in the Company / Employee Handbook and Safety Manual including, but not limited to, safety training, employee observation, emergency procedures, and accident reporting and investigation.
• Ensure compliance of production staff with all company policies and procedures, OSHA, EPA, and DOT guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and meet other housekeeping needs and ensure all employees reporting to the Supervisor / Foreman do the same.
• Read and follow plans, shop drawings, material lists, guidelines and apply necessary timelines to meet project completion schedules.
• Submit crewmember’s timesheets to CES payroll department daily.
• Record and submit production reports for all work performed and quantities installed daily.
• Fulfill all regular and advanced installation/construction duties including project layout and complete required paperwork in a timely manner daily.
• Perform equipment inspections and request service and maintenance if necessary.
• Maintain good relations with the public, engineers, architects, inspectors and customers to facilitate job progress and promote a positive company image.
• Assembly and installation of signs adjacent to high-volume roadways and interstates.
• Transport materials, tools and equipment to/from installation sites.
• Cut materials to specified sizes for installation using power tools as necessary.
• Arrange for repairs of equipment or machinery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Must pass pre-employment background and drug screening.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 3-5 years of related experience in highway construction/overhead sign installation required.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• OSHA 10 hour preferred.
• VDOT Intermediate Work Zone Safety Traffic Control Certification preferred.
• Current Driver’s License required.
• CDL preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Able to read plans and field location layout stakes.
• Able to write simple correspondence, complete timesheets and quantity production sheets.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
• Experienced in heavy equipment machinery.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Able to communicate with crew members in a professional, courteous, and effective manner.
• Safety and Team Oriented.

Physical Demands:

• Extensive physical activity performing strenuous daily activities of a primarily productive/technical nature. Includes standing and sitting for extended periods of time, stooping, bending and crouching.
• Able to walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
• Capable of lifting up to 70 pounds.
• Able to stand, kneel, squat, bend, push, pull, climb, stretch, see, and hear regularly while performing the essential functions of the job.
• Coordination between hand, eyes, feet to guide tools, equipment and objects is required.
• Visual accuracy under varying degrees of light, darkness, and weather conditions in order to provide safe directions for operators of heavy equipment and other employees.
• Able to work overtime and weekends, if necessary.
• Able to travel when required.

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