Foreman
The Foreman coordinates construction operations and oversees workers at the construction site. The Foreman also coordinates with the Site Superintendent and Project Manager to attain scheduling goals. The Foreman is experienced in all aspects of construction, a point of reference for both workers and supervisors and is key for the completion of the project.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities and duties include :
- Coordinate tasks according to priorities and plans
- Produce short term schedules and monitor attendance of crew and subcontractors personnel
- Allocate general and daily responsibilities to carpenters, laborers, and subcontractors
- Supervise and train workers and tradespeople
- Ensure manpower and resources are adequate
- Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met
- Supervise the use of machinery and equipment
- Resolve problems when they arise
- Report on progress to managers, engineers, etc.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Position requirements include :
Proven experience as construction foreman or journeyman carpenterHigh School diploma; or diploma in a skilled trade (electrician, carpenter, etc.)7 years experience in the construction industry with at least 3 years as a Foreman or high level carpenterKnowledge of building codes and permit regulationsExcellent organizational and leadership skillsAbility to communicate and report effectivelyAbility to read plans and schedulesIn-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment and OSHA guidelinesAbility to read and interpret architectural drawings and specificationsJourneyman-level carpentry skillsTeam-building and mentoring skillsIngenuity based on technical knowledge and experience with both traditional and new materialsProficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, Bluebeam, Procore, Dropbox a plusBenefits
Benefits include :
Health, dental, vision insurance options401kPTOAbout Design Line Construction
Design Line Construction is a preeminent builder known for our smooth execution of beautifully detailed projects, and the proactive, wholehearted, engaged spirit of our experienced team. Our construction process is setting a new standard, using cloud-based technology to create a truly open and productive atmosphereenabling everyone to focus on providing our clients with the highest level of personal service and craft. Founded in 1998 by Andrew McHale, we go above and beyond to support the contentment of our clients and design colleagues, with projects around the San Francisco Bay Area, North Bay, Wine Country and Peninsula.