Foreman

Kwest Group; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck

iPad provided

Cell phone provided

Job summary

Kwest Group is seeking a Foreman to lead concrete formwork operations at multiple project sites across the United States. You will direct crews, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate formwork, pours, and finish work while meeting production goals.

The role requires flexibility, willingness to travel, and the ability to mentor crew members. A strong focus on safety and adherence to company procedures is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Travel out of town as required, potentially up to three weeks away from home.
• High school diploma or GED or trade school certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Complete daily job reports and track production hours using HCSS Heavy Job.
• Instruct crew on forming, pouring, and finishing concrete structures.
• Manage crew performance, provide feedback, and enforce standards.
• Coordinate material ordering and logistics; verify deliveries to site.
• Maintain company truck, tools, and equipment in good condition.
• Submit incident reports and safety observations per policy.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Communication

Team management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HCSS Heavy Job

Rotary laser

Site level (transit)

Transit

Job description

Kwest Foreman Position Description Position Foreman Report to Superintendent Job Description Overview The foreman position will direct operations that produce a safe productive and efficient construction site This is a concrete focused leadership role responsible for instructing the crew on how to form pour and finish both horizontal and vertical concrete structures Foremen are responsible for instructing the crew how to operate heavy construction equipment to meet or exceed production goals They will appropriately identify individuals whose performance exceeds classification and standards and nominate them for advancement or recognition Additionally they will hold crew members accountable when not meeting standards and use corrective discipline per policy and guidance Foreman will be assigned a crew leader to mentor and provide appropriate feedback regarding their performance All foremen will receive an iPad and a cell phone and be assigned a company truck Safety training by the company will be required for all team members Out of town work is probable and may require travel of up to three weeks away from home at a time Dependable attendance and punctuality are critical

Responsibilities

Ensures adherence to safe work practices and proceduresKnows the safety procedures and performs thorough reviews of the operatoruser manuals prior to operating any power tools or equipmentEnsures all crew members familiarize themselves with safety procedures and perform thorough reviews of the operatoruser manuals prior to operating any power tools or equipmentCompletes daily job reports tracking production trackingreporting crew hours and equipment hours via HCSS Heavy Job software on a company provided iPad Includes sending Plan of the Day POD to necessary partiesCompletes SLAM books Task Hazard Analysis Forms daily safety briefing and pre work stretching programDevelops and executes future crew tasks to ensure projects are completedInstructs the crew how to form pour and finish horizontal and vertical concrete structuresInstructs the crew how to operate heavy construction equipment safely and efficientlyInstructs the crew on how to install water storm sewer and sewer pipe and associated structures Ensures completion and recording of daily inspections on all equipmentCoordinates and assists with material ordering and other logistical requirements including verifying receipt and accuracy of all materials delivered to the siteDrives cleans and maintains the company truckKeeps the company truck supplied with commonly used supplies dailyVerifies all tools are clean functional and ready for use dailyApplies knowledge of site layout tools including rotary laser site level and transitCapable of establishing elevations benchmarks and interpreting complex blueprintsAccountable for the quality of both Kwest site crews and subcontractor workEnsures all pre and post task checklists are completed and recordedSubmits any incident reports including positive observations or negative occurrences in accordance with company reporting protocolsRegularly updates HCSS Plan with red line As Built modificationsPrepares and maintains 23 week written look ahead plans to maintain accountability and task readinessServes as site Quality Assurance authority with working knowledge of project specifications and required testing proceduresMonitors production and quantity tracking; utilizes reporting tools to evaluate real time progress and ensure project goals are metTravels to and from various job sites as neededProgression Team members are eligible for promotion to a foreman position upon successful completion of a period as a crew leader the achievement of favorable performance reviews and a good work history The need for foreman positions will be determined by the director of field operations and the general superintendents based on forecasted project demands Foreman positions may be advertised to externalinternal candidates if deemed warranted by the general superintendents and director of field operations

Education and Qualifications

Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as requiredThe average work week would consist of 5 ten hour days but schedule will be dictated by project needsMust be able to work out of town sometimes out of state and for lengths of time such as the job would dictateA high school diploma GED or trade school certificate is preferredYour skills and certifications are valuable and Kwest recognizes it Any special certifications or skills that are constructive to the position responsibilities will be taken into consideration when reviewing wage classificationClean driving recordWorking knowledge of construction site safety truck maintenance and road safety regulationsWill be required to pass a pre employment drug screening and if offered a position any random drug screening if randomly selectedMust attend all mandatory safety meetings and participate in discussions with the work crew and any safety personnel on siteMust be over 18 to operate power driven saws including chain saws woodchippers abrasive cutting disks or other power driven equipment or to perform excavating operationsClean driving recordWorking knowledge of construction site safety truck maintenance and road safety regulationsWorking Conditions & Physical Demands Travel from site to site will be requiredWork environment will normally be an active construction site Exposure to dust noise high heat extreme cold and rain should be expectedEmployee must be physically able to perform repetitive motion and heavy lifting as described belowMust be able to maintain effective audio and visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned dutiesMust wear all employer mandated personal protective equipment including hard hat safety glasses ear plugs safety vests and safety toed work boots Other PPE may be required from time to time depending on special safety concerns All PPE will be provided by the company at no cost to the employee other than safety bootsMust be able to hear with or without the use of a hearing device and clearly see at least 30 feet with or without the use of corrective vision lensMust be able work while wearing a respirator if necessaryAlternate standing and walking on uneven terrain surfaces such as hillsides muddy and icy soils and other working surfaces Safe negotiation of all types of surface conditions will always be requiredBending squatting and kneeling will be required frequently during a workdayConstant pushing and pulling of certain tools and materials will be required over a days workThe team member must be able to differentiate and or identify colorsMust have knowledge of occupational hazards in this field and standard safety practices Must be able to pass the 30 Hour OSHA testing and First AidCPR requirements before starting workMust complete and meet requirements under the physical demands of this job description through a pre employment physical examination

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

Travel from site to site will be requiredWork environment will normally be an active construction site Exposure to dust noise high heat extreme cold and rain should be expectedEmployee must be physically able to perform repetitive motion and heavy lifting as described belowMust be able to maintain effective audio and visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned dutiesMust wear all employer mandated personal protective equipment including hard hat safety glasses ear plugs safety vests and safety toed work boots Other PPE may be required from time to time depending on special safety concerns All PPE will be provided by the company at no cost to the employee other than safety bootsMust be able to hear with or without the use of a hearing device and clearly see at least 30 feet with or without the use of corrective vision lensMust be able work while wearing a respirator if necessaryAlternate standing and walking on uneven terrain surfaces such as hillsides muddy and icy soils and other working surfaces Safe negotiation of all types of surface conditions will always be requiredBending squatting and kneeling will be required frequently during a workdayConstant pushing and pulling of certain tools and materials will be required over a days workThe team member must be able to differentiate and or identify colorsMust have knowledge of occupational hazards in this field and standard safety practices Must be able to pass the 30 Hour OSHA testing and First AidCPR requirements before starting workMust complete and meet requirements under the physical demands of this job description through a pre employment physical examination

About Kwest Group

At Kwest Group we are driven by a clear mission to lead the civil construction industry through an unwavering commitment to safety quality and customer service As a 100 employee owned company ESOP we empower our team members to take ownership of every project fostering innovation and excellence from concept to completion Central to our mission is a steadfast commitment to ensuring zero harm to every team member on every project This commitment to zero harm is complemented by a comprehensive focus on total human health Founded in 2003 Kwest Group has grown from its roots in Port Clinton Ohio to become a trusted partner across the United States and the Caribbean Our journey is defined by building strong lasting relationships with our clients grounded in mutual trust integrity and a deep understanding of their unique needs Core Values Our core valuesSafety Quality and Customer Serviceare the pillars that support everything we do These values guide our decisions shape our culture and ensure that every project meets the highest standards Core Focus Our core focus is to enrich the lives of our team members by fostering strategic growth and profitability ensuring a safe thriving and values driven company We believe that by investing in our people we create a foundation for long term success that benefits our clients team members and communities Our Niche Kwest Group excels in performing complex civil construction projects safely Our expertise enables us to tackle the most demanding projects with confidence delivering exceptional results that our clients can rely on Target Market Our target market includes energy industrial public federal and rail clients across the United States with particular emphasis on the Midwest Appalachia and Southeast regions We remain open to engaging with like minded partners from any location when the right opportunity arises We seek clients who exhibit financial stability align with our core values foster collaborative relationships and share a forward thinking perspective Four Uniques Kwest Group stands out in the industry with our four uniques Safety PrioritySafety is ingrained in our culture and is our foremost commitment on every projectAgile TeamOur adaptable and responsive team is capable of quickly adjusting to the evolving needs of our clients and projectsCollaborative Construction ServicesWe foster strategic partnerships and interconnected relationships to deliver superior outcomesTeam Integrity FocusIntegrity guides our teams actions ensuring transparency fairness and accountability throughout our organizationOur dedication to safety and excellence has been recognized industry wide Kwest Group was honored as the Associated Builders and Contractors ABC 2024 Contractor of the Year and has received national safety recognition awards from prestigious organizations like ABC and the Associated General Contractors of America AGC At Kwest Group we are also dedicated to making a positive impact beyond our project sites Our Environmental Social and Governance ESG initiatives reflect our commitment to responsible business practices from reducing our carbon footprint to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the team member for this job Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice EEO Kwest Group maintains a non discrimination policy for all team members and applicants in every facet of the companys operations In compliance with federal and state laws Kwest Group recruits hires trains and promotes all qualified team members in all job titles without unlawful discrimination based on race color creed religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation pregnancy age citizenship national origin disability veteran status or genetic information

EEO

EEO Kwest Group maintains a non discrimination policy for all team members and applicants in every facet of the companys operations In compliance with federal and state laws Kwest Group recruits hires trains and promotes all qualified team members in all job titles without unlawful discrimination based on race color creed religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation pregnancy age citizenship national origin disability veteran status or genetic information