Substation General Foreman

The General Foreman is responsible for overseeing daily operations at a construction site to ensure the completion of projects in a safe and timely manner.

DUTIES:

• • Lead and manage the on-site construction teams, including work schedules, project progress, and resource allocation 

• • Serve as a liaison between customers, vendors, project managers, and other employees regarding current and future projects 

• • Responsible for control of crew costs including effective use of manpower, work methods, and operation of equipment 

• • Work with Project Superintendent to pre-plan work schedules and determine manpower levels, materials and equipment necessary for project productivity 

• • Coordinate with subcontractors, materials, and equipment deliveries 

• • Read specifications, such as blueprints to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures 

• • Set and oversee production goals and daily production tracking. 

• • Manage equipment and material resources efficiently to minimize downtime and maximize productivity 

• • Examine and inspect work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety and to ensure that specifications are met 

• • Conducts safety training of assigned personnel in accordance with safety training procedures 

• • Investigates accident reports, damage claims, and may be a designated representative to settle minor damage or injury claims 

• • Complete and submit daily to Superintendent the Foreman Daily Report 

• • Performs other duties as assigned 

• • Complies with all policies and standards 

REQUIREMENTS

• • Minimum of 12 years’ experience     

• • Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company’s vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy 

• • Must be able to assess through Burns and McDonnell assessment program     

• Must have a valid Driver's License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• • Ability to stand, walk, sit, or reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, crawl, push and pull   

• • Ability to use repetitive hand motions and the ability to grasp and operate field tools and equipment    

• • Ability to climb on, in or through equipment in confined spaces and elevated work using fall protection harnesses.    

• • Ability to work long hours with infrequent days off, night shifts, and in adverse climates. 

   

     

  COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS   

  • Ability to seek advice, make decisions, exercise sound judgement, and solve problems   

  • Ability to work under stressful situations   

  • Ability to learn and adopt new processes and technology    

  • Ability to apply verbal and/or written instructions or other information