Job Details
First Nick Companies is currently hiring for a full-time Foreman. The Foreman Exercises independent judgment related to the day-to-day management of the project. The Foreman role is one of leader, coach, negotiator, facilitator, and arbitrator. The leadership displayed by this individual is critical to the Project s success.
Are you an honest, hard-working individual? Do you have effective communication skills? Are you punctual and reliable? Do you pay attention to detail? Are you a self-starter who is willing to ask questions? Apply now using our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application!
In this role, we rely on you to ensure work is completed accurately, safely, on time, and according to our standards. This position works a typical Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. We are local industry leaders in this essential trade and believe that hard work can also be fun.
In addition to great pay and our exceptional culture, we offer the following benefits and perks:
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with a match
- Health, HRA, vision, dental, and Life Insurance
- Gas Card
- Referral bonus
We also offer training programs, and room for growth.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Respectful - be kind, positive, and helpful
- Career-minded - looking for more than a job
- Self-motivated - see what needs to be done and does it
- Team player - get along well with others and have a true understanding of teamwork
- Pride in your work - a real desire to do quality work and ensure customer satisfaction
- 3-5 years of Experience in the Commercial Construction Industry
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Responsibilities
- Understanding and implementing the field Standard Operating Procedures in daily activities.
- Is knowledgeable of construction principles, techniques, and procedures.
- Always respects the client and maintains a whatever it takes attitude to address the client s needs.
- Manage, and document all day-to-day job site activities.
- Direct project personnel according to the project plan and/or the direction of the Field Manager
- Provide feedback on the performance for team members and mentor less experienced staff
- Communicate issues, events, performance, and job progress daily to the Field Manager
- Request advice and assistance as needed from the Field Manager, and/or Project Manager on matters pertaining to materials, sequencing, scheduling, and personnel
- Establish effective working relationships with the entire team.
Pre-construction
- Reviews with Field Manager company job Binder to better understand Schedule, Scope of Work, Approved Colors, & Approved Finishes
- Walks through a new project with the Field Manager prior to the start of a job
- Reviews the construction schedule with the Field Manager and makes sure to understand the start dates and durations of the scope of work.
Scheduling
- Weekly Review of the three-week look ahead schedule with the Project Manager.
- Advises and assists Field Manager with any employee schedule changes on an as-needed basis based on job manpower needs.
- Needs to report to the HR department any employee requests for days off or PTO 5 days prior to the requested date.
- Needs to report any employees coming late to work daily on smartsheets.
Site Management
- Oversees project crew and makes sure that all tasks are being performed on time and according to the plan and schedules; notifies the field manager of any issues.
- Understands what is considered our work and what is extra work and gets approval from Field Manager before doing any of the work.
- Is responsible for ordering materials by email 24 hours in advance to Sherwin Williams & making, sure enough, the material is on-site for the week.
- Trains, evaluates, and supervises team employees .
- Manages employee performance & quality control to First Nick standards for all team members.
- Is responsible for maintaining a clean work area.
Safety
- Walks the project daily to ensure that all activities are being performed in accordance with all OSHA regulations and the project site-specific safety plan and contract documents.
Quality Management
- Become familiar with Quality Management Process, and SOP and assist the Team with implementation.
- Meeting Management.
- Attend & participate in weekly subcontractor meetings & notify the Field Manager of any issues from the weekly job meeting.
- Review & notify the Field Manager of any 3 week look ahead issues you see from the weekly job meeting.
Administrative Management
- Submits & uploads progress photos on a weekly basis.
- Reports any Employee issues to the HR department for further review.
- Submits employee s hours in Smart Sheet Templates.
- Enforces company policies to ensure a respectful and safe work environment.
- Documents all on-site materials and/or equipment and makes sure the proper maintenance of tools.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to walk the job site including the ability to climb ladders and traverse uneven surfaces.
- Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time for meeting attendance and computer work.
- Must be able to provide own transportation to job sites.