Laborer Foreman | Mortenson

M. A. Mortenson Company; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled supervisor to lead construction teams in Cedar Rapids. This role involves reading blueprints, coordinating laborers, and ensuring safety regulations are enforced. The ideal candidate will have a strong teamwork orientation and excellent communication skills, enabling them to effectively manage diverse teams and resolve work problems. Join a company that values detail orientation and offers opportunities for professional growth while contributing to successful construction projects.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with various tools and equipment including power tools.
• Strong teamwork orientation and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and supervise laborers to ensure project completion.
• Analyze work problems and maintain time records for efficiency.

Skills

Teamwork Orientation

Customer Service Skills

Active Listening

Effective Communication

Detail Orientation

Tools

Power Tools

Forklifts

Skid Loaders

Jackhammers

Job description

Cedar Rapids, IA, United States | Minneapolis Office

Responsibilities

1. Read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
2. Supervise and coordinate activities of laborers and their assigned roles.
3. Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders.
4. Interpret company policies to workers and enforce safety regulations.
5. Establish and adjust work sequences to meet construction schedule, using knowledge of equipment capacities and assigned personnel.
6. Study/analyze schedules and estimate worker-hour requirements for completion of jobs.
7. Analyze and resolve work problems.
8. Maintain time records.
9. Make cost estimates for contracts.
10. Provide work direction to laborers I, II, Journeyman, Apprentice, and Helpers.
11. Work according to standard, detailed instructions and established, well-defined procedures.
12. Determine work method from alternatives.
13. Work under broad assignments.
14. Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
15. Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and manage performance.
16. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Ability to work with tools and equipment such as power and non-powered hand tools, vibrators, pumps, drills, and jackhammers.
2. Ability to work with machinery, such as forklifts, skid loaders, and power buggies.
3. Strong teamwork orientation.
4. Positive attitude and professional customer service skills.
5. Detail orientation.
6. Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback.