General Foreman

General Foreman

Founded in 1908, Flintco now employs more than 750 people in 10 cities serving clients in healthcare, renewable energy, education, hospitality, sports and industrial. Flintco also self-performs concrete, steel erection and excavation. Nothing matters more to us than the quality and growth of our people. Our teams are smart, humble and disciplined. Flintco is recognized for its commitment to safety and quality, using Lean principles as a guide to continuous improvement. The five guiding principles of our Ethos are: Safety, Integrity, Quality, Accountability and Honesty. We live it every day.

Job Summary

Responsible for the organization of work force in the field, ensuring the work is being performed according to plans and specifications. Maintain safety standards, monitoring work activities and coordinating with other trades (subcontractors) to ensure consistent job progress. Organize carpenters and give directions and goals to be met. All Carpenter personnel report to the General Foreman.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

All job functions shall be accomplished including practicing, instructing all subordinates in, and enforcing all OSHA safety requirements guidelines, in addition to all company policies and procedures. The General Foreman will be held directly accountable for safety performance. The essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Maintain safety by setting example, presenting safety talks and inspection of jobsite to insure against possible hazards.
• Work with field engineers on planning and layout.
• Oversight of design and building of form work using tools.
• Maintain open communication with Superintendent, Project Manager, Secretary, Labor Foreman, Subcontractors, Architects, and Owners.
• Work closely with Superintendent to maintain schedules and quality.
• Job planning in advance to insure smooth work flow.
• Direct and supervise human resources in a safe and efficient manner.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability

Ability to perform mathematical calculations in determining cubic yards, square footage, angles, etc. Working knowledge of layout instruments, (levels, transits). Ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing, especially in providing instructions to employees and in communicating with superintendents, architects, owners and subordinates. Manage large groups of personnel to accomplish desired results. Read and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings technical specifications.

Education

High school diploma or GED and an apprentice program or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

At least 5 years related experience, including 1 year as a carpenter, iron worker, cement finisher or other trade or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; hear and speak; and is occasionally required to smell. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Lifting and carrying material and objects, usually by holding them in the hands or arms or on the shoulder. Climbing and balancing up and down ladders, scaffolds and similar devices using feet, legs, hands, and arms to perform task, as in ditches or at heights. Coordinating eye?hand and eye?hand?foot movements and activities in using hand and power tools. Grasping tools, materials and natural objects (such as trees, brush, rocks, etc.), as in performing clean?up or excavating tasks. Hearing (either naturally or with correction) instructions, warnings and other verbal communication on the job site where construction and heavy equipment noises are present. Seeing (either naturally or with correction) and observing at a distance, as in receiving hand signals Crawling, crouching, stooping, kneeling, pulling, pushing and reaching to perform tasks, as in confined spaces. Walking/ balancing and moving about on foot to perform tasks where there is rough terrain and/or impediments such as sand, mud, ice and snow.

Compensation and Benefits

Flintco offers annual base compensation for the Denver area of $34-40/hour depending upon experience (Actual compensation may be affected by factors such as education, experience, skillset and/or location.) Benefits include: Medical, pharmacy, dental, vision; Flex Spending (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA); Life, AD&D, LTD, STD; Critical Illness, Legal Insurance; 401(k) with company match 100% vested upon contribution; Competitive PTO, Flex Time, Remote Working; Cash Wellness Incentives

Equal Opportunity Employer

#ON-SITE Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities