Foreman, Fuel Construction

Foreman, Fuel Construction

Our client is seeking a Foreman within Fuel Construction who may reside anywhere in New Mexico. This is a direct hire opportunity requiring extensive travel throughout the company's geographic territory.

The Foreman, Fuel Construction will report directly to the Director of Fuel Construction and lead a traveling crew responsible for completing underground fuel system installations throughout the company's geographic territory. The Foreman will provide daily direction to a crew consisting of laborers and an equipment operator while remaining actively involved in fieldwork. This person must be comfortable managing complex projects, operating heavy equipment, enforcing safety standards, resolving field issues, and ensuring work is completed accurately and according to applicable regulations.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate daily work assignments according to project priorities, construction plans, and deadlines
• Lead and provide immediate field supervision to construction crew members and contractors
• Delegate individual responsibilities and project assignments across the crew
• Manage a crew typically consisting of three laborers and one equipment operator
• Complete full fuel system installations, including underground storage tanks, fuel piping, dispensers, Verifone equipment, and equipment programming
• Oversee the safe excavation, preparation, grading, installation, and completion of underground fuel tank sites
• Operate excavators, loaders, skid steers, and other heavy construction equipment as needed
• Perform highly precise excavation work required for underground storage tank installations
• Assist crew members with heavy manual labor and other field responsibilities when necessary
• Monitor project quality, regulatory compliance, safety, and construction progress
• Communicate project status, challenges, staffing needs, and completion timelines to the Director of Fuel Construction
• Train, coach, and develop laborers and equipment operators seeking advancement within the fuel construction department
• Provide hands on instruction to employees who need assistance completing work safely and correctly
• Resolve crew conflicts, performance concerns, and miscommunications quickly and professionally
• Maintain a productive worksite and ensure crew members remain engaged throughout the workday
• Facilitate or support required safety and equipment training
• Maintain accurate documentation, expense reports, and project related records
• Travel to project sites throughout Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arizona, and other areas within the company's operating territory

The position reports directly to the Director of Fuel Construction and partners closely with fuel supply personnel and construction crews.

High school diploma or equivalent required Five or more years of construction or related field experience Must hold an active underground storage tank installer license in New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, or Arizona before an employment offer can be made New Mexico underground storage tank installer license strongly preferred Candidates licensed in another state may be considered if they are willing and able to obtain an acceptable license before an offer is extended Experience completing full fuel installations, including underground fuel tanks, dispensers, Verifone equipment, and equipment programming Experience leading construction crews, assigning work, and managing field performance Strong understanding of construction management practices Excavator, loader, and skid steer experience Advanced excavator operating ability strongly preferred, including experience performing precise excavation work Long arm excavator experience preferred OSHA 30 Hour Occupational Safety and Health training preferred Confined space training preferred Excavation safety training preferred Personal fall protection training preferred Strong leadership, conflict resolution, communication, and team building abilities Ability to work effectively with field employees, contractors, and company leadership Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Ability to perform heavy physical labor and strenuous tasks Strong critical thinking, organization, deadline management, and attention to detail Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Valid driver's license with a driving history that demonstrates safe driving practices Ability and willingness to travel extensively

This position requires extensive travel and is best suited for someone already accustomed to project based field construction. Employees generally travel to the project site early Monday morning and typically work Monday through Friday and generally return home Friday when project location and scheduling allow Projects may require employees to remain near the worksite for two to three weeks Weekend work may occasionally be required Employees may remain in a hotel over the weekend when the…