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Field Manager/Foreman
Job in
Kenner, Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana, 70097, USA
Listed on 2026-10-05
Listing for:
Gilchrist Construction Co.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-05
Job specializations:
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Construction
Construction Manager/ Foreman
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The GCC Field Manager WS 1 leads and directs a crew/team through construction installation activities
- Has a thorough knowledge of construction methods and procedures
- Reviews, understands and communicates work assignments and plans and specifications to crew/team
- Works with the Production Manager and Project Teams to develop and implement work plans at the crew level through the use of weekly task planning, daily task plans and daily crew/team huddles
- Plans for and provides the 6 elements of work to the crew/team on a daily basis:
Material, Manpower, Information, Equipment, Environment and Tools - Meets or exceeds project safety, quality and profit goals for project activities
- Works to ensure GCC has strong crew/teams and promotes and champions the company's vision to be the Leader in Safety, Quality, Innovation, and Efficiency
- Leads by example, always professional and always in line with the company's values of Fair and Ethical Success.
Leads the project team to identify, minimize, and eliminate risks associated with project activities - Works with project teams to establish project safety goals; leads the effort to achieve and celebrate safety goals
- Has an excellent understanding of OSHA and company safety requirements
- Has a valid drivers' license and is approved to drive company vehicles.
Submits accurate daily reports detailing personnel, equipment, material usage and quantity installed by crew/teams under their direction - Tracks and reports quantities to ensure the work activities under their direction are constructed and paid for according to plans and specifications
- Has a basic knowledge of production rates and the GP2S tools used for reporting daily activity and monitoring cost and productivity.
Ensures the crew/team performs at the required level, and consistently meets daily PPC (percent plan complete) on assignments - Is willing to travel from project to project on an as-needed basis.
Has a basic understanding of plans and specifications, including plan sections, slope, line, and grade elevations - Works from established reference points to safely and install work, while achieving maximum quality
- Has a basic understanding of the work site equipment, including operating ability, setup and maintenance requirements
- Has a good understanding of materials used, and construction installation methods.
The Field Manager will be a student and a teacher - Seeks knowledge, with a culture of continual learning, though all available sources, including industry and professional associations
- Continually coaches and mentors the project personnel providing them with the knowledge and confidence to excel and advance in their careers.
Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of identifiable factors - Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
Prolonged driving on a regular basis. Lift up to 25 lbs. regularly, and up to 75 lbs. occasionally. Ability to work in extreme weather conditions (heat and cold).See attached Physical Requirements Inventory.
Education Guidelines:HS Diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience Guidelines:1+ years construction experience, and demonstrated leadership skills.
Knowledge Guidelines:Ability to add subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure; compute dimensions and quantities. Ability to read, interpret documents, write routine reports, speak effectively and present information in a clear and concise manner. Traffic Control Certifications preferred.
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