Roadway Foreman

Our client is proud to design and build both projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our people, and supports the development of innovative solutions that help build a better world. If this sounds like the culture you’re looking for, we invite you to apply for the position below.

Position: Roadway Foreman

Location: Buda, TX

Pay Rate: $31.00+ per hour

Schedule: Variable schedule based on project requirements; overtime, nights, weekends, and legal holidays may be required

Scope of Work: Support the I-35 Capital Expressway project by supervising roadway and earthwork crews, planning and directing daily work, coordinating project support, and promoting safe, productive, and quality construction operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a crew of approximately six to twelve workers and report to the superintendent.
• Plan and direct the crew’s daily work in accordance with construction plans, project requirements, and established quality standards.
• Operate earth-moving equipment and demonstrate knowledge of the tools and equipment used by the crew.
• Read and understand construction plans, grades, grade stakes, cut and fill requirements, and blue tops for earthmoving and base work.
• Train and instruct workers in the safe performance of their duties, conduct toolbox safety meetings, and set a safe example for the crew.
• Ensure the crew has the materials, tools, and equipment needed to perform assigned work.
• Maintain and report worker time, code timecards by work activity for cost records, and report daily work quality and installed materials.
• Communicate and coordinate closely with the superintendent, other foremen, owner’s inspectors, survey crews, and the traveling public.
• Coordinate with mechanics, servicers, welders, and truck drivers when their support is needed by the crew.
• Assist the superintendent with workforce staffing decisions as directed.
• Be responsible for the quality and productivity of the crew’s work, worker safety, and the care and protection of company equipment.
• Work at ground level, in excavations, and at heights up to 100 feet, including climbing ladders to bridge piers, bridge slabs, and excavations.
• Assist workers as needed, including lifting and carrying materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Perform work on or near public highways with extreme care and caution to protect workers and the traveling public.
• Drive a pickup truck on the jobsite and public highways safely, obey traffic laws, and remain responsible for basic maintenance, servicing, and repair of the assigned vehicle.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the superintendent.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of roadway, earthmoving, and crew-supervision experience.
• Skill and experience operating earth-moving equipment.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and communicate effectively with crews, foremen, inspectors, survey personnel, and the traveling public.
• Ability to perform physically and mentally demanding work for ten to twelve hours per day in all weather conditions, including wet, muddy, and slippery environments.
• Ability to lift and carry materials, equipment, and tools weighing 40 to 60 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and work safely at heights and in excavations.
• Adequate speech, vision, and hearing, with correction if needed, to work safely and communicate with others.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet company standards.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

This description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties that may be required from day to day.