Utilities Foreman

Position: Utilities Foreman 1-2
Fiore & Sons, Inc. is an employee-owned (ESOP) civil construction company with over 70 years of experience serving Colorado and the surrounding states. As an industry leader known for innovation, environmental stewardship, and a people-first culture, we believe in sharing success with our team. We offer stability, career growth, and exceptional benefits, including 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums. At Fiore, every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to make an impact.

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The Foreman, in conjunction with the Superintendents, manages the day-to-day wet utilities activities of the construction site. The Utilities Foreman supervises on-site, assigned employees, meets with inspectors, coordinates schedules, meets with and manages sub-contractors, and maintains a well-organized construction site with a safety conscious attitude.

TOTAL COMPENSATION

$92,600.00 to $ annually

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Demonstrate working knowledge of assigned projects including specifications and scope requirements to ensure project is constructed according to intended design, quality and safety standards while maintaining budget and time goals.

* Understand and apply project contract documents, plans, specifications, and RFIs.

* Understand and apply OSHA and project safety requirements or concerns, and take corrective actions as needed.

* Ensure all crew members practice safe behaviors, wear proper PPE, and comply with all OSHA and project safety requirements.

* Maintain and complete accurate daily and weekly project activity reports, including as-built and underground utility sketches.

* Recommend changes to project schedule in order to improve crew scheduling efficiencies, increase productivity, equipment, and methods.

* Ensure that each Subcontractor complies with all requirements and maintains project specifications.

* Perform construction activities including, but not limited to, preparation (including calling for locates), operation, and closing of job site; proper testing of work completed.

* Operate vehicles and equipment such as pick-up trucks, tractors, motor graders, front end leaders, track type dozers, track type excavators, and scrapers as required.

* Demonstrate solid team leadership with direct reports and assist with their training and development. Be accessible to employees to address questions or concerns.

* Gather and enter crew payroll time and verify accuracy and cost code.

* Ensure crew and subcontractor clean up occurs on a daily and weekly basis.

* Check primary email on a regular basis for any communication from the company, as this is the company's primary mode of communication.

QUALIFICATIONS

* Solid knowledge of heavy construction, including:

* Experience operating a variety of heavy construction equipment (skid steer, loader, excavator, blade, etc.) and the ability to train and correct others on the same.

* Ability to read, interpret, and understand plan drawings, stakes, and grading.

* Broad knowledge of OSHA utility trenching safety requirements and processes.

* Practical knowledge of federal, state, and municipal installation codes related to wet utilities construction activities

* Top notch management skills, including:

* Passion and skill for supervisory duties and engaging team members.

* Patience and insight with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles.

* Excellent conflict management skills.

* Strong training capabilities.

* Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with members of the team, GCs, owners, contractors, inspectors, and suppliers.

* Superior problem-solving skills.

* Excellent project management skills, including:

* Big picture understanding of construction projects, including budgets, timelines, prioritization, and milestones.

* Ability to multi-task, coordinate, delegate, and supervise project activities and staff.

* Computer, writing, and organizational skills

* Superb safety record and commitment to ongoing safe work practices, especially as related to wet utilities construction activities

* Superior work ethic:

* Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and/or holidays as required to accommodate customer and project demands.

* Ability to set the example of work ethic for the rest of the crew and lead from the front.

* In depth knowledge and understanding of every role on the crew with the ability and willingness to lend a hand and/or jump into any machine when necessary.

* Ability to successfully pass job-related physical and applicable skills or abilities assessments as required.

* Consistent access to a reliable personal email account.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

* Required:

At minimum, a high school diploma or GED. 10 Hours OSHA Safety class within 30 days of assignment. Ability to handle stressful situations in a professional manner. Basic to intermediate computer skills to perform reporting.

* Preferred:
Construction degree and 2 Years of Supervisory experience in the wet utilities industry. Broad…