Crew Foreman

L.G. Barcus and Sons Inc.; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Company provided PPE, equipment, and tooling

Opportunity for career advancement

Job summary

L.G. Barcus and Sons Inc. is seeking a Foreman to lead a bridge crew. The position offers a competitive salary range of $85,000 to $105,000 annually, depending on experience, along with a $35 daily per diem.

Responsibilities include managing daily operations, supervising crew, ensuring safety compliance, and participating in planning resources. Candidates should have 3-5 years of construction experience and strong communication skills.

Benefits include union support, provided PPE, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of construction and pile driving experience.
• Ability to operate a large range of power tools including pneumatic, electric, and hydraulic.
• Experience reading engineer approved plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations at job site including crew supervision.
• Participate in daily job briefings and safety meetings.
• Ensure proper set-up and safe operation of equipment.

Skills

Power tools operation

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Smartphone

Laptop

Job description

FOREMAN

L.G Barcus and Sons is looking for a positive individual that is highly self‑motivated, with strong communication and problem solving skills to assist in leading a bridge crew. LGB has a strong safety culture and is a trusted partner with the railroad industry. We have been building careers for over 100 years and offer competitive wages. The starting wage for this role will be between $85,000 and $105,000 per year to commensurate with experience. Our daily per diem allowance is $35 with lodging administered by company and will be paid according to policy guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

Manage daily operations at job site, to include:

• Supervision of crew (4‑5 employees)
• Participate in daily job briefings and safety meetings
• Understand and work in accordance with the overall project schedule
• Ensure proper set‑up, safe operation, and inspection of equipment such as Pile Hammer, Crane, Excavator, etc.
• Proficient with basic survey equipment for bridge and site layout

Work together with Superintendent on a daily basis to communicate production goals and quality specifications of work, discuss concerns that have surfaced (around people, resources and methods, material or equipment use, extra or out of scope work), and ideas to help the team achieve project goals.

Participate in planning resources and methods for bridge project.

Monitor and manage crew productivity. Ensure ongoing efforts are made to improve productivity.

Understand and follow company policies and procedures.

Enforce company safety policies and ensure industry safety regulations are adhered to.

Exercise proper care, maintenance, and operation of company equipment.

Knowledgeable on plans and specifications.

Benefits

• Union benefits
• Company provided PPE, equipment, and tooling
• Opportunity for career advancement

Requirements

• Ability to operate a large range of power tools (pneumatic, electric, hydraulic)
• 3‑5 years of construction and pile driving experience
• Experience reading engineer approved plans and specifications
• Basic computer/electronics knowledge to support daily use of smartphone, laptop, etc. for completing reports and communicating
• Proven experience with and willingness to focus on safety policies, procedures, and regulations
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work as a team to jointly carry out assigned tasks
• Current Drivers License with a favorable driving record
• Experience with and ability to work at heights
• Ability to gain Erailsafe clearance
• High School Diploma or GED
• Understanding of heavy equipment, including cranes, excavators and pile drivers