Foreman, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Construction Manager​/ Foreman

Foreman

Penhall Company has been shaping the future of concrete services for over 65 years. As the nation's leader in concrete cutting, coring, scanning, and demolition, we deliver more than just expertise-we deliver results. With safety at the core of our operations and state-of-the-art technology in our hands, we ensure every project is executed with precision, efficiency, and care.

The Foreman is responsible for coordinating, scheduling, and overseeing craft employee activities across one or more job sites. This role ensures productivity, compliance with safety standards, and alignment with project timelines and specifications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and supervise field operations, including construction methods, manpower needs, material and equipment requirements, temporary power setup, and shift scheduling.
• Coordinate activities across trades, company departments, and other contractors.
• Collaborate with estimating and planning teams to ensure compliance with job specifications and timelines.
• Identify and resolve site challenges such as low productivity, scheduling conflicts, or equipment issues.
• Monitor and enforce safety compliance on job sites; document incidents and implement corrective measures.
• Perform daily observations (BOCs) and productivity tracking.
• Provide regular reporting on work progress and crew performance.
• Administer and support preventive maintenance and repair programs for construction equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and coordinate repair of diesel and gas-powered equipment (service truck provided).
• Perform welding and fabrication as needed (MIG, TIG, ARC).
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment logs, and inventory levels.
• Liaise with specialty shops and vendors for external repair support.
• Provide support and mentorship to craft employees; identify and recommend corrective actions or recognition.

Position Requirements:

• Required
  
  Skills and Abilities:
• Proven experience supervising field crews in a construction environment.
• Strong understanding of scheduling, cost control, and productivity tracking.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with construction equipment repair.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and digital job tracking tools.
• Proficient in verbal and written business communication.
• Essential
  
  Core Competencies:
• Safety Focused:
  Leads by example in promoting and enforcing job site safety standards.
• Results Oriented:
  Drives performance, monitors goals, and ensures project deliverables are met.
• People Leadership:
  Supports team development through clear communication, accountability, and mentorship.
• Operational Efficiency:
  Plans ahead, allocates resources, and adjusts priorities to meet changing field demands.
• Education and Experience:
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in construction or related trades.
• Technical expertise in construction methods, tools, and equipment.
• Demolition, heavy equipment, or Class A CDL experience is a plus.
• Physical and
  
  Additional Requirements:
• Must be able to lift and move 45 lbs or more.
• Must be able to work in physically demanding conditions.
• Willing to work in various weather conditions (hot, cold, rain).
• Must wear steel toe leather work boots.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Penhall Company is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Penhall Company has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified veterans/individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.