Foreman- Brownsville, TX

Gibralter Border Barriers; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibralter Border Barriers is seeking an experienced Construction Foreman to lead field crews on heavy civil and perimeter security projects. This hands-on leadership role coordinates crews, equipment, materials, and daily production while upholding safety, quality, and productivity standards.

You will supervise daily activities, plan work, ensure compliance with drawings and specs, and mentor team members to maintain efficient operations on challenging sites.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a working foreman or similar field leadership role in heavy civil construction.
• Experience with earthwork, excavation, concrete, structural installation, or infrastructure construction preferred.
• Experience coordinating field crews and heavy equipment operations preferred.
• Experience with perimeter security, fencing, gates, bollards, barriers, or related infrastructure preferred.
• OSHA, equipment, or construction safety training/certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily field crew activities.
• Plan daily work and coordinate manpower, equipment, tools, and materials.
• Ensure safety and compliance with drawings, specs, and project requirements.
• Review plans and field conditions to sequence work.
• Track production, labor, equipment usage, and progress.
• Maintain quality standards and safety at all times.
• Identify issues and coordinate with project leadership to resolve delays.
• Coordinate with operators, subcontractors, other trades, and project personnel.
• Support daily safety meetings, pre-task planning, and job hazard assessments.
• Maintain site housekeeping, quality, and schedule performance.
• Communicate progress and resource needs to management.
• Perform hands-on construction work as needed.
• Mentor crew members and reinforce safe work practices.

Skills

Leadership

Field coordination

Reading drawings

Planning & scheduling

Safety management

Heavy equipment awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

PPE compliance

Education

OSHA training

High school diploma or equivalent

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We are seeking an experienced Construction Foreman to lead field crews and oversee daily construction activities on heavy civil and perimeter security projects. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for coordinating crews, equipment, materials, and daily production while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and productivity.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise, direct, and coordinate daily field crew activities.
• Plan daily work activities and coordinate manpower, equipment, tools, and materials.
• Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with construction drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Review plans and field conditions to effectively plan and sequence work.
• Track daily production, quantities, labor, equipment usage, and project progress.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure quality standards are consistently met.
• Identify field issues and coordinate with project leadership to resolve problems and minimize delays.
• Coordinate activities with equipment operators, subcontractors, other trades, and project personnel.
• Conduct or support daily safety meetings, pre-task planning, and job hazard assessments.
• Maintain jobsite safety, housekeeping, quality, and schedule performance.
• Communicate daily progress, resource needs, field conditions, and potential issues to project management.
• Perform hands-on construction work as needed to support field operations and maintain productivity.
• Mentor and develop crew members while reinforcing safe work practices and performance expectations.

What You Bring

• Proven leadership and field coordination skills.
• Strong knowledge of heavy civil construction methods, sequencing, and jobsite operations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Ability to effectively plan work, coordinate resources, and manage daily field operations.
• Strong awareness of construction hazards and safe work practices.
• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment, excavation activities, active work zones, and other trades.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Dependability, accountability, and professional leadership.
• Ability to foster teamwork, provide clear direction, and maintain a safe and productive work environment.
• Ability to perform physical work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions, including rough or uneven terrain.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Qualification | Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a working foreman, leadman, or similar field leadership role in heavy civil construction.
• Experience with earthwork, excavation, concrete, structural installation, or infrastructure construction strongly preferred.
• Experience coordinating field crews and heavy equipment operations strongly preferred.
• Experience with perimeter security, fencing, gates, bollards, barriers, or related infrastructure preferred.
• Applicable OSHA, equipment, or construction safety training or certifications preferred.
• Authorization to work in the United States.