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Construction Foreman

ForceSource · Des Moines, IA
Full-timeConstructionMid Level$23–$28/yr
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About the Construction Foreman role

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**Job Overview** We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Construction Foreman to lead and oversee construction projects from start to finish. In this pivotal role, you will coordinate daily operations on-site, manage teams of skilled workers, ensure safety compliance, and uphold quality standards. Your expertise in construction management, scheduling, and technical review will drive project success while fostering a safe and productive work environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your leadership skills and technical knowledge to challenging commercial construction projects. **Responsibilities** - Supervise and manage construction crews, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and according to project specifications. - Coordinate construction schedules using advanced project management software such as Primavera P6 and Construction scheduling tools to meet deadlines. - Review blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and construction plans to interpret project requirements accurately. - Enforce federal and state safety regulations, including OSHA standards, maintaining a safe work environment for all personnel. - Monitor quality control processes to ensure construction work adheres to industry standards, specifications, and client expectations. - Manage project documentation including contracts, change orders, budgets, and progress reports with transparency and precision. - Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and clients to facilitate effective communication and resolve issues promptly. - Oversee site logistics related to pipeline installation or other specialized systems using heavy equipment like Ohmmeters for testing electrical circuits when necessary. **Requirements** - Proven experience in heavy civil or commercial construction management with a strong background in supervising teams on active sites. - Proficiency in construction management software such as ProCore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, Primavera P3/P6, HeavyBid, and other industry-standard tools. - Extensive knowledge of construction regulations including OSHA safety standards and federal safety protocols. - Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and schematics accurately. - Demonstrated skill in project scheduling, construction estimating, budgeting, and managing project timelines effectively. - Strong leadership capabilities with excellent communication skills for managing crews and coordinating with stakeholders at all levels. - Familiarity with managing contracts, change orders, quality control procedures, and ensuring compliance with all applicable codes. - Hands-on experience with construction site activities such as blueprint reading, safety inspections, site logistics planning, and supervising subcontractors. - Relevant certifications including OSHA safety training certification; additional certifications like Management or Construction Safety Management are advantageous. Join us as a Construction Foreman where your leadership will shape successful projects while ensuring safety excellence! This role is vital for delivering high-quality results on time and within budget-empowering you to make a tangible impact in the world of commercial construction.

Salary estimate

$23 – $28/yr
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Skills for this role

Project ManagementCommunicationLeadership

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