Job ID:  520393

Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is the Louisiana-based infrastructure contractor of choice for our Gulf South employees and customers. For 70+ years, we have continuously created value through our Culture of Care while safely and reliably delivering quality construction projects and materials under budget and on time, every time - this is our B Guarantee. Infrastructure and heavy civil construction services include asphalt and concrete paving, site preparation, structural, mechanical, and turnkey services. Materials sales are also available for all projects including your own, from residential to industrial. We are one of the largest asphalt producers in Louisiana with the largest asphalt plant in the state along with two others. Our award-winning Construction Group is constantly expanding the scope of its capabilities. It currently specializes in transportation, petrochemical, power, commercial, residential, and ports and rail projects.

Position Summary

Position Summary...The Base Foreman is a mid-level position that reports to the crew Superintendent. The Base Foreman coordinates and oversees the construction and quality of asphalt paving. The Base Foreman is directly responsible for the overall effectiveness and timeliness of all assigned asphalt projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

40% Management

• Provides management and oversight for all decisions regarding asphalt paving projects, personnel, equipment, problem resolutions, and overall effectiveness of projects.
• Monitor labor, haul, equipment production, and cost for each project.
• Plans and coordinates production on a daily basis and plans work approximately 1 week in advance.
• Ensures all timesheets are entered and audited accurately.
• Plan, assign, coordinate, and evaluate crews.
• Interpret company policies for workers and enforces safety regulations
• Lead daily Task Analysis Review (TAR) meeting the with crew before the start of the shift.

30% Operations     

• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and equipment.
• Maintains accurate record-keeping of projects.
• Tracks production.
• Inspects equipment ensure operators maintain equipment and document usage.
• Inspect work areas to determine the type of work required and the materials and equipment used.
• Interprets job orders to workers and assigns duties.
• Trains new employees

25% Safety   

• Ensure the safety of the crew and the public.
• Comply with all safety initiatives, protocols, and procedures.

5%              Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education: 

• High school/GED

Required Experience: 

• Three (3) years of experience in Civil and/or Road Construction in a lead or supervisory position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

Advanced:

• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well with others at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work under pressure
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Proficient:

• Organizational & time management skills
• Written and oral communication skills

Basic

• Working knowledge of and proficiency with a variety of computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database software applications

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Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education: 

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Preferred Experience: 

• Four (4) years of experience in Civil and/or Road COnstruction in a lead or supervisory position.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Experience with B2W and Success Factors

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Physical and Mental Demands

The following apply to all full-time positions within Barriere Construction Company A CRH Company.

• Ability to work in excess of 40 hours a week, which may include nights and weekends
• Ability to view a computer screen for long periods of time
• Ability to function in a high-pressure, stressful environment and meet stringent deadlines
• Ability to operate a computer and standard office equipment
• Ability to travel as required and work at different locations as required
• Ability to read, write and speak English at the level equal to or greater than the national standards for a college graduate

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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