Job Description

The Dirt Crew foreman has to maintain a crew of employees. The foreman oversees the order, procedure and time management of each job and the employees duties. The foreman carefully plans a strong understanding of the land and allows us to maintain and improve the structural stability of the site and the rest of the project.
Essential Functions of the position:

• Must be able to sit or stand for multiple hours
• Must be proficient with a computer and various software
• Must be able to work long hours, weekends and at home or telecommute as needed to

complete work

• Must be able to work in outdoor environments and be exposed to heat, rain, cold, wind, and

other weather activities

• Must be able to walk long distances.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to perform manual labor including but not limited to raking, shoveling,

chopping, hammering etc.

• Must be able to wear required PPE as per safety manual and OSHA regulations.

The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Aids in interviewing, hiring and training employees
• Determines work priorities and coordinates work activities within the construction site;

apportions work among employees according to abilities or specialized training

• Monitor and manage employee attendance, ensuring the timely arrival and participation of all

crew members, and notifying employees of rain days, prior to the start of the work.

• Delegate tasks and accountabilities, instruct, supervise, lead and direct crew.
• Lead and direct people, equipment and resources in the construction of projects.
• Recommends employees for promotions, pay raises, and transfers.
• Ensure sufficient deployment and productivity of work crews.
• Engage in open commw1ication with the other Superintendents/Foremen and Project

Managers and report any issues which could affect the project plan.

• Use survey equipment or GPS equipment to ensure proper grades.
• Organize and coordinate the daily activities of all crew members, subcontractors, equipment

and utilize corrective action to keep the project on time and on budget.

• Identify and execute best practices concerning the efficient use of construction materials.
• Plan work in an efficient and effective order, maximizing progress in a safe and timely

manner.

• Review and adhere to construction schedules, ensuring milestones and completion dates are

met.

• Ensure company equipment is lawfully operated, cared for, maintained and used effectively.
• Read and interpret project plans and specifications.
• Operate heavy equipment and other construction duties as necessary.
• Must ensure a solid understanding of, and comply with the principles of the company's Code

of Ethics.

• Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
• Ensure all new hires receive any on the job training required.
• Liaise between the company and employees on a variety of employee related matters.
• Wear all PPE as required per safety manual and OSHA regulations
• Coordinates construction activities which involves scheduling meetings and reviewing project

documents (e.g., contracts, specifications, blueprints) as necessary

• Keeps cost records on work performed and materials; is responsible for the control of costs in

materials and wages

• Exercises control over rate of construction progress in order to complete construction project

within time limits; schedules jobs and operations

• Estimates materials needed for specific jobs; estimates manpower needed for specific jobs
• Acts as an adviser on job related problems
• Deals with individuals demanding information or service such as Inspectors, Engineers and

Owners.

• Fill out timesheets and daily logs and record hours for time worked of all employees under

your direct supervision

• Promote, execute and adhere to the company's safety program, and encourage all employees,

sub-contractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.

• Conduct daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections.
• Review safe work plans/hazard assessments with crew prior to job commencement.
• Work with Safety Department to investigate damage, incidents or near misses in the worksite,

and ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the Company's Safety Program.

• Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or

endanger the wellbeing of others.

• Wear all PPE as required per safety manual and OSHA regulations
• To work under administrative supervision from the President, Vice President, Project

Manager, or other management to plan, coordinate, and supervise construction activities per
the plans, specifications and details provided .

Skills Required