Traveling Concrete Foreman

B&B Concrete; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

B&B Concrete in Austin, TX is seeking a Concrete Foreman to oversee day-to-day operations of the concrete crew across multiple projects. You will staff crews, select equipment, monitor budget and production schedules, and ensure safe, efficient production that meets project goals.

You will read plans and specifications, coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment on site, and drive adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience and/or training in the concrete industry.
• Advanced knowledge of concrete paving, tools and equipment.
• In-depth knowledge of layout for footings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor and coach crew in line with company policies and work requirements.
• Direct work of assigned crew to meet daily schedule.
• Perform on-site coordination of manpower, materials and equipment.
• Understand production schedule and adjust daily work to meet schedule.
• Request materials needed for scope of work.
• Read, understand and interpret plans and specifications and check work accordingly to specifications.
• Maintain high level of safety and adherence to all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Concrete Foreman:

The Concrete Foreman has primary responsibilities for the day-to-day operations of the concrete crew or multiple projects for all concrete construction projects. Project staffing and selection of required equipment to perform tasks in line with budgeted cost and production schedules is necessary. Safe, efficient production will be a primary concern of this position. Project planning will be necessary to achieve the goals of production and safety, as well as timely completion of projects.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise, mentor and coach craft personnel as it relates to company policies and procedures and work requirements.
• Direct work of assigned crew to meet daily schedule.
• Perform on-site coordination of manpower, materials and equipment.
• Understand production schedule and adjust daily work to meet schedule.
• Request material needed for scope of work.
• Read, understand and interpret plans and specifications as required and check work accordingly to specifications.
• Maintain high level of safety and adherence to all safety policies and procedures for craft personnel and subcontractors.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma.
• Experience: At least five years previous experience and/or training in the concrete industry; Must possess advanced knowledge of concrete paving, tools and equipment; Must possess in-depth knowledge of layout for footings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to stand, stoop, bend, and crouch for extended periods of time up to ten (10) hours per day.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs, carry forms.
• Must always work safe.
• Exposure to the elements heat, cold, rain, wind.