Construction Foreperson (Grade)

RPMGlobal; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

RPMGlobal is seeking a Construction Foreperson to assist the project superintendent, develop detailed job plans, and manage work within budget and schedule. You will reference PDT Pub. Form 408 specifics and verify layouts with engineers to keep progress on track.

You will determine crew size, schedule manpower, plan tasks, and ensure proper usage and maintenance of equipment, tools, and materials on site.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and willingness to grow and learn.
• Team Mindset - "The NESL Way"
• Focus on Safety, Quality, and Accuracy
• Experience in construction or manufacturing is a plus but not required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and meets NESL's standards.
• Able to travel as needed. Some work locations may require extended travel.
• Ability to handle stress, interrelate positively both orally and in writing with others, the ability to attend work and be punctual as well as work overtime when required.
• Specific training and certifications may be required by department.

Responsibilities

• Assist project and/or job superintendent in the development of a detailed job plan for completion of the assigned construction task in relation to project production goals and budgeted costs.
• Be knowledgeable concerning budgeted cost(s) for the assigned task and exercise the skills and abilities to accomplish the work on time and within budget.
• Reference, in developing the job plan, all PDT Pub. Form 408 specifics including contract special provisions, supplements, contract plans, contract x-sections, contract plan typicals, contract standards and shop drawings if any.
• Verify job plan layouts of work specifications with engineers. Perform layout for standard items of work if surveyors are not readily available to keep the project moving.
• Be able to determine crew size necessary to complete work in a cost-effective manner.
• Work with project and/or job superintendent to establish daily job manpower schedules using the 2 week look ahead schedule approach.
• Plan, assign and notify crew members of specific job tasks.
• Detail and schedule equipment, tools, materials and supplies needed for timely job site delivery and availability.
• Know thoroughly all equipment to be used on job including capabilities and appropriate usage.
• Maintain all job site equipment in proper working order.
• Insure proper usage of tools and materials on job site work.

Skills

Budgeting

Planning

Teamwork

Safety

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PDT Pub. Form 408

Job description

Construction Foreperson - What Will You Do?

• Assist project and/or job superintendent in the development of a detailed job plan for completion of the assigned construction task in relation to project production goals and budgeted costs.
• Be knowledgeable concerning budgeted cost(s) for the assigned task and exercise the skills and abilities to accomplish the work on time and within budget.
• Reference, in developing the job plan, all PDT Pub. Form 408 specifics including contract special provisions, supplements, contract plans, contract x-sections, contract plan typicals, contract standards and shop drawings if any.
• Verify job plan layouts of work specifications with engineers. Perform layout for standard items of work if surveyors are not readily available to keep the project moving.
• Be able to determine crew size necessary to complete work in a cost-effective manner.
• Work with project and/or job superintendent to establish daily job manpower schedules using the 2 week look ahead schedule approach.
• Plan, assign and notify crew members of specific job tasks.
• Detail and schedule equipment, tools, materials and supplies needed for timely job site delivery and availability.
• Know thoroughly all equipment to be used on job including capabilities and appropriate usage.
• Maintain all job site equipment in proper working order.
• Insure proper usage of tools and materials on job site work.

Requirements - Who Are We Looking For?

• Positive attitude and willingness to grow and learn.
• Team Mindset - \"The NESL Way\"
• Focus on Safety, Quality, and Accuracy
• Experience in construction or manufacturing is a plus but not required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and meets NESL's standards.
• Able to travel as needed. Some work locations may require extended travel.
• Ability to handle stress, interrelate positively both orally and in writing with others, the ability to attend work and be punctual as well as work overtime when required.
• Specific training and certifications may be required by department.

Why Apply?

• Construction Season normally runs from Easter to Thanksgiving.
• High Earnings Potential - Prevailing Wage Work (BaseRate + Fringe).
• Winters Off (Certain Positions) – Due to the seasonality of our work, some positions enjoy winters off while still earning year-round benefits.
• Full Benefits during layoff season.
• Competitive Benefit Package- Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k,Vacation,Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Unemployment Benefits, etc.