What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laborer Foreman position at Hensel Phelps?
Application Instructions
Applications are only accepted in person: Immediately in Galveston by appointment only. In Houston, applications will be accepted on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00AM-12:00PM at 106 Standifer, Humble, TX 77338.
Employment Offers are Contingent upon Successful Completion of:
- Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
- Substance Abuse Screening
- Physical Exam
- Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)
About Hensel Phelps
At Hensel Phelps, construction is our business. With world-class leadership and a well-honed approach developed over more than three quarters of a century, we employ expertise, experience, and ingenuity to build landmark properties – and build lasting relationships with our clients. We approach every project “The Hensel Phelps Way,” inspiring trust and delivering excellence in all we do. Our comprehensive construction services – from preconstruction through constructability and field management – deliver superior results on time and on budget. Hensel Phelps’ Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) technology enhances our ability to deliver projects faster, more cost effectively and with a greater level of quality.
The Hensel Phelps Way is built on four pillars: People, Process, Partnership and Technology.
Position Description:
A general foreman is responsible for ensuring that everything goes smoothly on the construction site. They are responsible for being the point of contact between the foreman and project superintendents. A few of the main duties of a general foreman are ensuring a safe work environment, leading tasks for the day, creating schedules for workers, overseeing quality of the site, and managing the budget. General Foreman also report the progress of the project to the superintendent.
In order to be considered for this position, applicant must be available to work in Houston (including North Houston) and Galveston
Essential Duties:
- Coordinate tasks according to priorities and plans
- Produce scheduled and monitor attendance of crew
- Allocate general and daily responsibilities and ensure appropriate safety plans and training is in place. Verify AHA’s and daily STA’s are being done.
- Active participation in our SAFE program.
- Participate in weekly safety meetings and conduct weekly toolbox talks
- Verify that materials, tools, equipment are used properly and in safe operating condition
- Supervise and train workers and tradespeople
- Ensure manpower and resources are adequate
- Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met
- Supervise the use of machinery and equipment
- Monitor expenditure and ensure it remains within budget
- Resolve problems when they arise
- Report on progress to the superintendent
Position Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of five years commercial construction experience or trades-specific leadership.
- Valid Driver’s License, required.
- Follow safe work practices in accordance with the Hensel Phelps safety and health program.
- Must be able to take initiative and ask questions.
- Possess a keen attention to detail and be able to follow instructions.
- Workers must provide their own safety footwear.
- Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers and stakeholders.
- Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills.
- Must be reliable and punctual. This includes having reliable transportation and consistent work attendance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experienced in construction layout, blueprint reading and shop drawing reading.
- OSHA 10 Certification.
- CPR & First Aid Certification
Benefits:
Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for hourly craft professionals. This position is eligible for medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, and our employee assistance program (EAP). We also believe in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, hourly employees earn one hour of paid time off for every 18.75 hours worked during the year, up to a maximum of 80 hours (10 days) per year.
After one (1) year of employment with at least 1,000 hours of service, employees may apply for Core Employee Status. Once an employee becomes a Core Employee, Hensel Phelps will begin paying 100% of the cost for family medical insurance coverage. This means that you will have Medical Benefits for both you and your family at no cost to you!
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
