Foreman - Earthwork

The Earthwork Foreman is responsible for organizing and directing on-site crew work. This position ensures the crews are in compliance with the company’s safety program and ensures that the work performed meets or exceeds the quality requirements of the client. Location This position works on various job sites in/around Southern Ohio.

Extended/overnight travel is required. Main Job Tasks & Responsibilities Completes necessary 2 week look-ahead to plan work with Superintendent(s) Understands and enforces company safety policies Conducts daily JSA to recognize safety hazards associated with the daily tasks and educates crews of hazards Provides oversight direction to crews and/or subcontractors Prepares schedules for needed manpower, materials, equipment and subcontractors Ensures quality of work performed by crews Works with senior foremen and/or superintendents to complete short interval schedules Completes daily timesheets and field reports Ensures crews are working at maximum efficiency during shift hours and leads by example Inspects incoming materials for quality, accuracy, completeness, and contract compliance Works as part of a team with management, supervision, safety, and other personnel Other tasks as assigned Skills & Requirements Extensive knowledge and practical experience with earthwork operations, methods, and equipment.

Ability to read, understand, and effectively apply plans, specifications, and project requirements. Strong understanding of safe construction methods, procedures, and OSHA compliance. Demonstrated leadership, crew supervision, and team development abilities. Ability to plan, coordinate, and direct daily field operations to meet production goals and project schedules.

Strong working knowledge of grade checking, layout, and interpretation of surveying information. Ability to identify and resolve field challenges while maintaining productivity and quality standards. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to work collaboratively with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and owners' representatives.

Education

& Experience High school diploma or equivalent Vocational or construction management training a plus 30 Hour OSHA certification First aid/CPR certification Competent Person training 5-8 years of experience in similar type construction Prior crew and subcontractor management experience Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Equal Opportunity The Beaver Companies provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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