Georgia Pipe Crew Foreman

Georgia Pipe Crew Foreman

Vallencourt Construction Company Inc. invites applications for the Georgia Pipe Crew Foreman position.

• Aids in interviewing, hiring and training employees
• Determines work priorities and coordinates work activities within the construction site
• Monitors and manages employee attendance, ensuring timely arrival and participation of all crew members
• Notifies employees of rain days prior to the start of the work
• Delegates tasks and accountabilities, instructs, supervises, leads and directs crew
• Leads and directs people, equipment and resources in the construction of projects
• Recommends employees for promotions, pay raises, and transfers
• Ensures sufficient deployment and productivity of work crews
• Engages in open communication with other Superintendents/Foremen and Project Managers and reports any issues that could affect the project plan
• Uses survey equipment or GPS equipment to ensure proper grades
• Organizes and coordinates daily activities of all crew members, subcontractors, equipment, and utilizes corrective action to keep the project on time and on budget
• Identifies and executes best practices concerning the efficient use of construction materials
• Plans work in an efficient and effective order, maximizing progress in a safe and timely manner
• Reviews and adheres to construction schedules, ensuring milestones and completion dates are met
• Ensures company equipment is lawfully operated, cared for, maintained and used effectively
• Reads and interprets project plans and specifications
• Operates heavy equipment and other construction duties as necessary
• Ensures a solid understanding of and complies with the principles of the company’s Code of Ethics
• Examines situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics
• Ensures all new hires receive any on‑the‑job training required
• Liaises between the company and employees on a variety of employee‑related matters
• Coordinates construction activities that involve scheduling meetings and reviewing project documents
• Keeps cost records on work performed and materials; is responsible for control of costs in materials and wages
• Exercises control over rate of construction progress to complete the project within time limits; schedules jobs and operations
• Estimates materials needed for specific jobs and estimates manpower needed for specific jobs
• Acts as an adviser on job‑related problems
• Deals with individuals demanding information or service such as inspectors, engineers and owners
• Fills out timesheets and daily logs and records hours for time worked of all employees under direct supervision
• Promotes, executes and adheres to the company’s safety program, encouraging employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture
• Conducts daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections
• Reviews safe work plans/hazard assessments with crew before job commencement
• Works with Safety Department to investigate damage, incidents or near‑misses and ensures proper procedures are carried out according to the company’s Safety Program
• Works in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself or endanger the wellbeing of others
• Works under administrative supervision from the President, Vice President, Project Manager or other management to plan, coordinate and supervise construction activities per the plans, specifications and details provided

• Must be able to sit or stand for multiple hours
• Must be proficient with a computer and various software
• Must be able to work long hours, weekends and have ability to telecommute as needed
• Must be able to work in outdoor environments and be exposed to heat, rain, cold, wind, and other weather activities
• Must be able to walk long distances
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Must be able to perform manual labor including raking, shoveling, chopping, hammering, etc.
• Must wear required PPE as per safety manual and OSHA regulations
• Must ensure a solid understanding of and compliance with principles of the company's Code of Ethics

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Construction

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.