Lead Foreman

Posillico Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

FSA

Short- and long-term disability

Identity theft protection

401(k)

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

Posillico Civil, Inc. is seeking a Lead Foreman in Houston to oversee daily site operations and coordinate crews across multiple trades. You will ensure adherence to plans, safety standards, and timelines while maintaining quality and budget targets.

The role demands strong leadership, field experience in heavy construction, and the ability to read blueprints and project specifications. Local travel and extended hours may be required; Posillico offers comprehensive benefits and a people-first

Qualifications

• 5+ years in heavy construction preferred
• Strong leadership and communication abilities
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, project plans, and specifications
• Understanding safety regulations, DOT requirements, and quality control
• Willingness to obtain CPR, First Aid, OSHA 30, etc.
• Valid driver’s license
• Spanish-speaking skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily work activities of field crews
• Emphasize safety, quality, and production
• Ensure proper safety equipment and PPE usage
• Coordinate with project team and subcontractors
• Attend safety and progress meetings on site
• Maintain daily electronic reporting (timecards, photos, diaries)
• Review production and cost analyses to meet budgets
• Ensure work matches contracts, plans, and specs
• Schedule inspections to complete work
• Oversee field personnel, schedules, and operations
• Read project documents and communicate goals to crew
• Hold daily huddles to align on targets and safety rules
• Communicate with clients and office staff clearly
• Operate heavy equipment as needed to support tasks
• Monitor labor, equipment, and materials to meet budgets
• Schedule maintenance for equipment and tools

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Spanish language

Job description

Overview

Posillico is Building for Generations.

Posillico is a multi-disciplined and diversified construction company. Along with our Civil /foundation group, Posillico’s business units include Wastewater Division, Environmental Division, Utilities Division, Drilling Division, Paving Division, Posillico Consulting LLC, Posillico Developmental LLC, and Posillico Materials, LLC. These companies give Posillico the unequalled, leveraged experience required to complete complex structural and geotechnical projects successfully.

Posillico empowers a “people first, think safety” culture throughout our organization. This “people first” culture has helped to promote and maintain an excellent record of accomplishment. Posillico has an exceptional safety program coupled with proactive employees throughout its management and union staff. We offer all employees an excellent opportunity to be part of our developing business at Posillico, as we set the standards for excellence in the construction industry with our integrated solutions.

Our company mission is to complete all our projects safely, on time, on target and on budget while having a positive impact in the community.

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Responsibilities

POSITION OUTLINE:

The Lead Foreman is primarily responsible for overseeing the daily operations on the construction sites, ensuring that projects are completed efficiently and within the allocated timeframes and budgets. As a link between construction workers and project managers, the Foreman ensures the team adheres to building codes, plans, and safety regulations while maintaining the high standards expected within the industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and direct daily work activities of field crews, including laborers, carpenters, ironworkers, and equipment operators.
• Emphasize safety, quality, and production.
• Ensure that all field personnel use proper safety equipment, including PPE, shoring, and fall protection.
• Be aware of multiple construction activities, including employees, subcontractors, moving heavy equipment, and other potential construction hazards.
• Through knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work being performed
• Communicate with the Superintendent or Project Manager on project progress, issues, and resource needs
• Coordinate with subcontractors required to complete the job.
• Attend job site safety and progress meetings as required.
• Responsible for daily electronic reporting of timecards, diaries, job site photos, quantities, safety observations, and JHAs.
• Review daily production and cost analyses to meet the budget and schedule.
• Review all contracts, project documentation, and plans to ensure the work is built to specific specifications.
• Schedule state and local inspections required to complete the work.
• Ensure the work meets proper quality control standards.
• Oversee field personnel, schedules, and construction operations.
• Ability to read and understand project-specific documents, including schedules, plans, and specifications.
• Hold daily huddles to confirm that all crew members are aware of goals, production, and specific job site safety requirements.
• Keep clear and direct communication with crew members, superintendents, clients, client representatives & office staff.
• Be able to operate heavy equipment, use tools, and assist with labor as required to complete the job.
• Daily labor, equipment, haul & production monitoring to meet budgets.
• Manage and evaluate heavy equipment, tools, and materials as needed for the specific job or assigned task.
• Ensure equipment is inspected & maintained daily. Schedule maintenance as needed.
• Ensure operators properly maintain & thoroughly clean equipment and hand tools at the end of each day.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 5+ years’ experience in the heavy construction industry is preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to mentor and motivate crew members.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, project plans, and specifications.
• Understanding safety regulations, DOT requirements, and quality control procedures.
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain all certifications and required training (CPR, First Aid, OSHA 30, etc.)
• Knowledge of bridge, highway, and/or concrete rehabilitation preferred
• Valid driver's license.
• May be required to work extended hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to meet physical requirements, such as lifting heavy objects, bending, kneeling, etc.
• Spanish-speaking skills are highly preferred to communicate with diverse teams and stakeholders effectively.

Reports to: Project Superintendent

Location: Houston, TX

Comprehensive benefits offered to eligible employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; FSA; short- and long-term disability; identity theft protection; 401(k); employee assistance program; and paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Posillico Civil, Inc. is committed to maintaining a working environment that promotes teamwork and that is free of any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Accordingly, all of its employment-related activities will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran and military status, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, domestic violence victim status, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics or other legally protected personal characteristic.

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