Foreman I at North American Rail Solutions

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Construction management, Safety compliance, Team leadership, Scheduling, Conflict resolution, Heavy civil industry, Electrical systems, Hydraulic systems, Project reporting, Personnel management, Hazard recognition, Communication

Industry

Construction

Description

The Foreman is responsible for ensuring that everything goes smoothly at a construction site. They are responsible for being the point of contact between the laborers and superintendent. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Oversee and ensure that all safety rules are being followed at all sites at all times Develop work schedules in accordance with the availability of employees, contractors and labor laws and monitor the personnel Report project status to superiors, site engineers and officials regularly Be the liaison between track laborers and superintendents Resolve conflicts or miscommunication that may happen on-site quickly and amicably Ability to delegate responsibilities and individual projects to the crew and contractors Job Requirements Must be 18 years of age or older Previous experience as a construction superintendent in heavy civil industry Knowledge of local quality, safety, and health guidelines for construction job sites Must have a great attitude and the ability to motivate team members on site In-depth understanding of construction operations and processes Understanding of use and maintenance of electrical and hydraulic systems Ability to communicate and report effectively Accountability and integrity are essential as the decisions made in the role affect countless others Willing to work in the elements in all weather conditions (extreme hot, cold, rain, snow, sleet, etc.) Recognize, avoid, and report potential hazards Must pass all required assessments/trainings Willing and able to travel to various job sites, including those that require overnight stay and those that require short notice mobilization Available to work full-time (40hrs/wk.) subject to overtime, on-call (24/7), alternating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays American Track is a drug-free Company, employees are subject to pre-employment and random drug tests High school diploma or certification in a skilled trade a plus Fluent in English; Spanish a plus PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel; and talk or hear; climb stairs and/or ladders. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.

Responsibilities

The Foreman oversees daily construction site operations, ensuring safety compliance and effective communication between laborers and superintendents. They are responsible for developing work schedules, managing personnel, and resolving on-site conflicts to maintain project progress.