Construction Foreman

Job Description – Construction Foreman

Reports to: The Superintendent
Direct Reports: Roofing Crew

Position Overview

The Construction Foreman is responsible for the direction, safety, and management of the assigned crew for the project. The Construction Foreman works on the job with assigned crew members to perform roof demolition, repair and installation projects. The Construction Foreman coordinates and directs the tasks of individual crew members to accomplish work efficiently and safely. The Construction Foreman is the safety director on the roof, setting the standard for safe work practices every day. The Construction Foreman is the quality control specialist on the roof, ensuring that every task is done properly. The Construction Foreman is the coach on the roof, making sure the crew members are properly directed and informed about the task at hand.

The Construction Department performs new construction and reroofing projects, and sheet metal installation fulfilling our contract requirements for our clients. The work is performed by crews of various sizes and composition based on the needs of the project, as determined by the Superintendents and the Construction Manager. Generally, roofing crews are 5-8 workers led by a Crew Foreman. Sheet metal crews are typically 2-3 workers including a Lead Sheet Metal Installer. The Superintendents supervise and coach the Roofing Foremen and Lead Metal Installers. 

The Construction Foreman is responsible for the following essential functions:

• Execution of the daily work plan
• Maintaining discipline of Safety, Quality, Productivity and Morale on the job
• Helping the Company in recruiting and hiring the best talent in the market
• Manage materials on-site
• Ensure quality of work for compliance to manufacturer’s standards
• Accurately and thoroughly report all job progress information and changes in work on a daily basis
• Investigate any injury, illness or property damage and immediately report circumstances + details to Superintendent
• Ensure standards of safety and proper conduct are followed

Key Results:

• Safety: Monthly Grade of 90 or above on Safety Audits 
• Attendance: At work, on time per schedule
• Daily Job Progress Reports 
• No leaks or water damage claims during job
• Meets budgeted man-hours 
• Meets Punchlist Hours < 1%

Key Activities:

• Ensure roof is completely watertight at end of each workday
• Brief crew of their assignment each morning during daily huddle
• Lead and maintain morale of crew 
• Review potential hazards and safe practices each morning 
• Measure progress on jobs against plan
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
• Quality and accuracy of Daily Reports with progress photos to Superintendent
• Review availability of materials, tools and equipment daily
• Provide training in the trade to crew members
• Communicate with customer
• Ensure jobs are ready to go for tomorrow