Construction Foreman Job Descriptions, Average Salary, Interview Questions

Without construction foremen, projects at construction sites wouldn’t be completed safely and smoothly. The main responsibility of a construction foreman is to oversee operations at a worksite to ensure their team is working safely and efficiently. Their duty is to address any job site concerns, ensure safe working environments, communicate with construction workers and supervisors, coordinate tasks and production schedules, and train other employees. A construction foreman does this by communicating clearly and possessing great analytical and leadership skills. [Your Company Name] is looking to fulfill our construction foreman position. If you have experience in construction, strong problem-solving skills, and have the ability to lead by example, this position at our company could be the perfect fit.

Typical duties and responsibilities

• Make schedules for workers
• Assign tasks to crew members
• Supervise construction workers
• Solve disputes between workers
• Monitor progress on the project
• Ensure project stays within budget
• Serve as a liaison between workers and supervisors

Education and experience

Construction foremen need to earn a high school diploma or equivalent. A college degree is not required, but several years of experience in the construction industry would be beneficial. Employers usually provide on-the-job training.

Required skills and qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication ability
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to understand drawings and blueprints
• Expert knowledge of the construction industry
• Ability to lift weights to 50 pounds
• Proficiency in negotiation
• Keen attention to detail

Preferred qualifications

• Exceptionally responsible 
• Great communication and leadership skills 
• Able to oversee all operations at a worksite and ensuring a safe work environment 
• Proven experience as a construction foreman 
• An in-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, and OSHA guidelines

What you’ll do

As the foreman, you will be involved in overseeing a crew to complete various phases of our construction projects up to and including all phases from start to finish.

The projects include residential and commercial and can be uniquely different so the only constant is change; you should be ready for and ok with change.

• Plan, organize, and participate in construction projects
• Help manage costs to keep projects within budget
• Predict resources needed to complete projects
• Issue technical site visit progress updates as needed
• Train and mentor workers and laborers depending on the size of the project
• Lead Teams across multiple different trades
• In charge of and responsible for equipment and materials on site
• Monitor and ensure on-site safety compliance, cleanliness, and orderliness
• In charge of on-site quality control
• Maintain records for site personnel such as daily field reports, field orders, and RFIs
• Creating a culture within the organization of exceptional service to clients and employees
• Participating actively as a key member of the Management Team, including demonstrating leadership through strong communications skills, use of business metrics to determine strategy and resource needs, and showing a high level of focus on continual quality improvement
• Knowledge of regulations and permits required
• Understands and reads blueprints and specifications
• General knowledge of construction trades, materials, and construction methods
• Organized, with exceptional time management skills, the ability to plan and multitask in order to meet deadlines
• Great customer service, and communication skills
• Proven leadership skills
• Ability to both do and delegate work
• Experience in managing multiple tasks, priorities, projects, etc.
• Enjoys working with a team and has a positive, constructive attitude
• Willing and open to learning new tasks and working outside of your knowledge comfort zone
• Ability to lift 40 pounds and operate heavy equipment

Education and experience

• Must have a background in Residential and Commercial
• Trade school and apprenticeship are preferred
• 5+ years of experience as field foreman/manager with licensed contractors

The Construction Foreman plans, directs, and oversees the activities of employees engaged in the construction, installation, and repair of structures and fixtures. Ensures goals are accomplished and deadlines are met. Enforces a strong focus on quality and safety standards.

Job responsibilities

• Studies blueprints to determine dimensions of structure
• Selects materials and structural units, ensuring conformance with provisions of building code and local ordinance
• Determines the sequence of activities concerned with the fabrication, assembly, and erection of the structure
• Assigns workers to such tasks as cutting material to size, building concrete forms, erecting wooden framework, installing doors, building stairs, and laying flooring
• Ensures safety precautions are followed
• Inspects work performed by subcontractors, including ductwork, wiring, and pipe installations, to ensure conformance with specifications
• Mentors, coaches, trains, and develops team

Qualifications and requirements

• 6+ years of progressive construction experience
• 3+ years in a leadership role
• Routine travel either locally or nationally may be required
• A high degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as with internal and external clients
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to work with and influence peers and management
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting

With our collaborative powerhouse teams, comprehensive service offerings, and national footprint, we are the nation’s desired strategic partner for telecom assets maintenance, repair, and expansion. Our broad service capabilities and geographic footprint throughout the United States provide an excellent home for field and technical professionals to grow and advance their careers. 

Duties

• Maintaining, repairing, reskinning, and installing wireline telecommunication infrastructure
• Concrete pad removal, forming new pad, and pouring new concrete
• Supervision of field team
• Occasional painting of metal cabinets (sand, tape, tarp, primer, paint)
• Traveling to remote job sites as needed (company vehicle provided)

Qualifications

• 5+ Construction experience
• 3+ years of Foreman / Supervisory experience
• Compliance with FCC/FAA/EPA/OSHA Regulations
• Knowledge of electronic, mechanical, and electrical components
• High School Degree or Equivalent
• Must be able to comply with DOT physical requirements: Able to work in extreme weather, high altitudes, and remote areas; able to climb over 80 ft, lift over 50 pounds, stooping, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing, and standing for long periods of time; have an unimpaired hearing; able to distinguish between colors; read printed materials
• Must be able/willing to comply with all safety procedures and protective gear
• Able to operate a computer or tablet
• Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and by email
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (if driving a Company Vehicle) and be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen