Foreman - West Fargo - Gateway Building Systems : Job Details

Job Summary:

The Foreman will oversee and coordinate various construction projects from start to finish, ensuring that schedules and budgets are followed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

* Selects, contracts, and oversees contractors for specific needs.

* Supervises each contractor and subcontractor to ensure that work meets quality standards and adheres to specifications.

Duties/Responsibilities:

* Provides leadership in initial planning stage by collaborating with clients, architects, engineers, or other involved parties; develops detailed description of jobs and materials necessary to complete project.

* Schedules and coordinates projects in logical steps and budgets the time necessary to meet each deadline.

* Ensures adherence to the budget and, when unexpected complications or issues arise, makes quick and necessary adjustments.

* Plans, coordinates, organizes, oversees, and directs activities regarding the construction and maintenance of assigned structures, facilities, and systems.

* Ensures safety standards and guidelines are followed on the jobsite and that all safety codes are met in construction.

* Adheres to contract negotiations, revisions, and additions and adherence by all parties.

* Collaborates with clients, supervisory staff, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve problems, including work procedures, complaints, and construction or design issues.

* Manages and leads actions that are necessary due to delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.

* Develops and maintains good working relationships with a variety of people, including owners, managers, designers, supervisors, tradespersons, and craft workers.

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

* Thorough understanding of contracts, plans, specifications, and regulations.

* Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment.

* Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, working well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays.

* Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.

* Thorough understanding of engineering, architectural, and other construction drawings.

* Ability to speak Spanish preferred.

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering required.

* At least five years of construction experience required.

* Construction Manager certification by the American Institute of Constructors or Construction Management Association of America preferred.

Physical Requirements:

* Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.

* Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

* May require travel.

* Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.

* Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.