Foreman

Bali Construction, Inc; South El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck

Job summary

Bali Construction, Inc. seeks a Foreman to lead field crews on Southern California infrastructure projects. You will mentor crews, coordinate with project teams and customers, and drive safety and quality on heavy civil utilities work.

The role requires union membership, OSHA-certified safety leadership, and strong planning abilities to deliver projects on schedule and within scope.

Qualifications

• Active membership in the Laborers or Operating Engineers Union is required.
• 5 years' experience in underground utilities construction.
• OSHA 30 certification and related safety credentials are required.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Lead daily safety meetings and site JHAs.
• Coordinate with superintendent and engineers to plan crews and equipment.
• Review plans, ensure proper layout and tolerances before work begins.
• Supervise field crew, manage productivity, quality, and schedule.
• Document daily reports, timecards, and production records.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety leadership

Planning

Read plans & specs

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

B2W Track

Job description

Join Bali Construction as our next Foreman and help shape our organization's future. As a tactical, field leader, you will collaborate with our customers and project teams to build high-quality infrastructure for marquee projects across Southern California. Mentor and inspire our crew members while providing guidance that supports both growth and innovation. If you are a forward-thinking, results-oriented leader ready to make a significant impact...

Who We Are:

Bali Construction, a licensed general engineering contractor since 1987, serves national and regional customers throughout Southern California, providing underground infrastructure and site utility construction. Bali is the preferred utility subcontractor within the Metropolitan Los Angeles area for the most complex and demanding commercial and municipal projects. Our skilled employees stand behind their work, and our customers can confidently rely on the critical systems that we build.

• Compensation: $54/Hr+
• Provided a company Truck and more
• Membership in the Laborers or Operating Engineers Union is required.
• Heavy civil construction means and methods.
• Construction plans, specifications, details, and dimensions.
• Layout, survey control, line, grade, and elevations.
• Project scope, including contract inclusions and exclusions.
• Planning and sequencing daily construction work.
• OSHA and company safety requirements.
• Trenching and excavation, shoring, and Competent Person requirements.
• Rigging and safe equipment practices.
• Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and daily risk assessments.
• Material and equipment needs for assigned work.
• T&M work and Extra Work Tickets.
• Microsoft 365, including Outlook and Word.
• iPhone and iPad applications used for daily work.
• B2W Track/Build2Win or other company field software.

Skills:

• Read and understand plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Plan and organize daily work.
• Determine crew, equipment, material, and tool needs.
• Lay out and verify work before construction begins.
• Communicate work plans and expectations to the crew.
• Lead daily JHAs and safety meetings.
• Identify hazards and put proper controls in place.
• Assign work and clearly explain crew responsibilities.
• Coordinate work with the Superintendent, Project Engineer, Field Engineer, and other trades.
• Identify conflicts, changed conditions, scope gaps, and potential extra work.
• Inspect equipment, shoring, materials, and work areas.
• Check completed work for quality and accuracy.
• Train, coach, and develop crew members.
• Complete daily reports, timecards, T&M tickets, and production records.
• Take clear photos of work before, during, and after installation.
• Keep as-built drawings current.
• Use B2W Track and other company-required field software.

Abilities:

• Lead a construction crew safely and productively.
• Plan and coordinate daily field operations.
• Review the daily work plan with the crew before starting work.
• Ensure the crew understands the work, hazards, and production goals.
• Look ahead and plan upcoming labor, equipment, and material needs.
• Confirm layout, line, grade, elevations, and survey information before starting work.
• Ensure required materials and equipment are available when needed.
• Maintain a safe work area and correct unsafe conditions.
• Stop work when conditions are unsafe.
• Follow OSHA, company, owner, and project safety requirements.
• Coordinate work so it does not conflict with other trades.
• Recognize work outside the project scope and notify the Superintendent.
• Work with project management to solve field problems.
• Track crew hours, equipment, quantities, and daily production.
• Complete and submit required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, trucks, equipment, and Conex/storage areas.
• Attend required safety, coordination, progress, and incident meetings.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, production, and schedule throughout the projects.

Experience, Education & Skills

• Active membership in the Laborers or Operating Engineers Union is required
• 5 years' experience in underground utilities construction
• High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Excel
• Must have all necessary safety certifications (OSHA 30, Competent Person, Confined Space, CPR and thorough knowledge of the applicable safety regulations
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as internal and external clients
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
• Good Driving Record
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting
• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment

Work Conditions

Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

Standing, bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, climbing, and reaching

View close range and distance with or without corrective devices

Work in all weather conditions. For example, hot, dry, wet, dirty and dusty environmental conditions. Work on uneven ground, rolling terrain, and muddy work surfaces.

Work in loud, busy, and dusty environments. For example, active streets, highways, airports, neighborhoods, and public venues.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.