Foreman Paving at LafargeHolcim - HQ

PURPOSE: The duties of a Foreman include, but are not limited to, the following:

This position is responsible for managing and working with a team of up to 8 workers within their day to day responsibilities for the paving of asphalt. The position is responsible for the efficient, safe and profitable operation of their associated project and work team; and for advising as well as making recommendations to the Superintendent concerning the best interests of the operation when the activities of his/her work team and equipment are involved.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Manages paving crew to optimize efficiency of paving job.  Responsible for the placement of asphalt.  Ensures job specifications including proper depth are met.
• Perform daily paperwork functions including time-card approvals, parts inventory, and daily charge forms.
• Take leadership role in safety functions including personal safety, traffic control management, and toolbox safety meeting requirements.
• Monitor measure and report on operational key performance indicators including daily production, downtime, overtime, production rate and other operating metrics.
• Customer service, speaking to vendors and inspectors.
• Provide a safe working environment for workers on site
• Follow rules, safe work practices and procedures
• Perform job duties in a manner that will not create a hazard to their own health and safety, or the health and safety of other employees
• Maintain a clean and safe worksite
• Identify and report workplace hazards and help their control or elimination
• Wear required personal protective equipment (this includes hard hats, reflective vests, hearing and eye protection, respiratory projection and protective footwear)
• Immediately report all accidents and incidents to your supervisor
• Hold regular safety meetings
• Read site plans

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• REQUIRED: Minimum of five years of production, maintenance and/or location supervision in construction or related industry.  Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• REQUIRED: Demonstrated good judgment and discretion.
• REQUIRED: Strong organizational skills with focus on accuracy.
• REQUIRED: Able to follow established processes and/or document new processes.
• REQUIRED: Ability to work under pressure and meet critical deadlines all the while being detail-oriented.
• REQUIRED: Excellent customer service skills and ability to function as part of a team.
• REQUIRED: Works cooperatively with other employees, customers, clients, and the public.
• REQUIRED: Able to handle multiple responsibilities at one time and must be able to deal effectively with people using a facilitative approach.
• REQUIRED: Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• REQUIRED: Strong leadership and demonstrated problem-solving skills as well as excellent time management and project management skills.
• REQUIRED: Must have a valid drivers license.