Lawrence-Lynch Corp of Falmouth, MA is looking to hire a full-time Foreperson. Do you want to work at an established company that values diversity and cultivates a team culture? Are you seeking a company that empowers their employees to work creatively, have autonomy in decision-making, and provides opportunity for collaboration? Are you ready to take your Management career to the next level? If so, please read on!

This Foreperson position is a member of the Laborers International Union of North America (LIUNA), which is a powerhouse of workers who are proud to build in the United States and Canada. As a member of LIUNA, you are eligible to earn exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and pension. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT LAWRENCE-LYNCH CORP

Doing business since 1972, we are a robust family-owned company that is a leader in the civil construction industry. From all aspects of utility construction to paving to hot mix asphalt manufacturing, our diverse and talented team transforms communities and helps people get where they need to go. We give back. We care about our community, our customers, and each other.

Without a doubt, our employees are our most valuable asset. We are committed to providing our employees with professional development and promotional opportunities. We continually reinvest in our employees. In order to recruit a cohesive workforce that is knowledgeable, motivated, and capable, we offer competitive pay, amazing benefits, and a positive work culture.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FOREPERSON

As the Foreperson, it is your responsibility to coordinate daily work for assigned projects, and ensure that the crews run efficiently, safely, and on time. You collaborate closely with the Project Managers, Superintendents, and construction workers to accurately guide day-to-day tasks, and problem solving issues that come up in the field. You may perform some layouts as well as read and interpret blue prints and plan designs. You are held accountable for maintaining daily logs and reporting progress to the Superintendent/PM- sometimes tracking measurements. Your knowledge and leadership skills bring out the best in the crew, as well as put you in a unique position to shape the future of the workforce. Any new or unexperienced laborers rely on you for accurate training and mentorship. Of course, the majority of your day consists of executing the labor of the project, whether it is a construction, highway, utility, or grading day, you are in the thick of it leading the team.

With your role comes additional responsibilities that are essential to the workflow of the projects. You may be in charge of the pickups and deliveries of construction materials, the maintenance of the tools and equipment, and the jobsite clean up, as these aspects can help eliminate potential hazards. You are in a position to participate in certain required training, which will help elevate your professional development. You work for a company who values its employees, their safety, and the overall outcome of every single project. The satisfaction you get from your job will bring a sense of accomplishment knowing you are able to maintain and improve each aspect of a project, task, or training assigned to you.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE FOREPERSON

• A High School diploma and three (3) years of experience in heavy construction in the civil construction industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction of highways and roads, site work, or other related fields. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction plans, and contracts.
• General knowledge of construction survey terminology that is involved in heavy civil construction projects. Familiar with wide variety of heavy highway and survey practices and principles.
• Experience working in a "self-perform" multi-trade project environment
• Ability to lead and work with a variety of personalities.
• Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions.
• Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change
• Proven leadership skills and ability to delegate work.
• Valid driver's license,
• Ability to successfully pass a CORI background check is required for certain projects.
• Have or be able to obtain OSHA 10 certification, first aid/CPR certification.

Are you a leader, with the ability to motivate others to perform their best work? Do you enjoy being a team player and collaborating with others? Can you effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, while keeping a project running on track and on-time? Do you treat both customers and fellow employees with honesty and respect? If you answered yes to these questions, you might just be perfect for this Foreperson position!

FOREPERSON WORK SCHEDULE

Our standard office hours are Monday-Friday, 7:00 - 5:00 pm. During the construction season, the construction division is normally at the job site by 6:30 am and finished by 5:00 pm (based on projects assigned and time of year--peak periods are spring and fall).

READY TO JOIN OUR LLC TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this project management position, please fill out our on-line application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 02540

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Lawrence-Lynch, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Lawrence-Lynch is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.