Pipe Foreman Job Description

Who We Are:

Cash Construction, a division of Mastec, was founded on a commitment to excellence; excellence in how we treat our clients and our employees. Incorporated in Texas, Cash Construction continues to be a leader in the construction service industry, completing projects involving water and wastewater utilities, drainage improvements, lift stations, pump stations, dry utilities and roadwork. Our client base includes a vast array of local municipalities, counties, the Texas Department of Transportation, private developers, and various other entities.

General Description of Position:

Foreman directs and manages all on-site construction workers, subcontractors, and equipment, enforcing the company’s direction, policies, procedures and safety standards, while meeting construction deadlines. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Construction 

• Lead and direct people, equipment and resources in the Superintendent for installation of water, sewer and storm drainage systems.
• Ensure sufficient deployment and productivity of work crews.
• Engage in open communication with the Superintendent and Project Managers and report any issues which could affect the project plan.
• Candidate should be familiar with specifications and regulations and have the ability to read plans to build the jobs
• 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.
• Ensure materials are laid to contract specifications.
• 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.

Employee Supervision

• Ensure all new hires receive their required orientation, and attend company designated 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 base crew.
• Liaise between the company and employees on a variety of employee related matters.
• Comply with relevant legislation regarding employee management, terminations and resignations. ŸHandle and thoroughly investigate all employee concerns.
• Liaise with the Human Resource department on a variety of employee related issues, including employee development, recruitment, benefits, training, terminations, and investigations.
• Ensure consistent and fair application of the progressive disciplinary policy, as necessary.
• Other Employee Supervision duties as required.

Safety

• Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, subcontractors 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.

Teamwork

• Participate as a vital team member, and contribute towards the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required.
• Promote a team approach and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas.
• Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required.

Requirements:

• The employee in this job must be knowledgeable about and follow the company’s safety policies and procedures as described in the company’s safety manual.
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position which involves sitting, standing, bending, climbing, lifting (up to 50 pounds), working at heights, in confined spaces and in all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, heat etc.)

Supervisor:

Superintendent / Construction Manager

What we Offer:

We offer competitive compensation for professional, skilled and hourly employees. Our employees are covered by a variety of health insurance plans nationwide, with dental, health, vision care, short- and long-term disability, basic life, AD&D, and supplemental life and AD&D offerings. We also provide a 401(k) retirement savings program with a company match, as well as a company stock purchase plan.   

**We are an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We also prohibit harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.