Civil General Foreman

Description Your JobThe jobsite located in Larose, LA has an opening for a Civil General Foreman. Our TeamOptimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries. Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects. OPD has a key advantage in being able to supply construction services as well as engineering/procurement. This enables clients to have a ''one stop shop'' for the overall project, providing increased efficiency and avoiding potential interface problems. OPD's industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work. What You Will DoSome core responsibilities for a Civil General Foreman include:Strong knowledge of carpentry, tools, procedures, and best practicesAbility to lead multiple foremen and crewsMust be willing and able to conduct morning production meeting with crews to discuss daily plans and concernsAssign job tasks to each foreman and ensure that each foreman is properly trainedMust be able to coordinate work according to priorities and plansBeing a safety role model for the teamEnforcing OPD and client specific safety policies and procedures on the jobsite. Be able to coach all employees, foremen, and subcontractors on safety policies and procedures.Anticipate and recognize potential safety and environmental concerns and report them to the OPD Superintendent.Providing records of work completed to the OPD superintendentCommunicate and coordinate with OPD Superintendent, Logistics Manager, Construction Manager as required for material requirements and to schedule concrete pours and order rebar for delivery.Plan and schedule any concrete pours and rebar installation with area foreman.Verify forms and concrete are set within client specifications.Coordinate with other area GF’s on planning and laying forms and rebar.Must be competent with excavations, trenching, and soil. Must be able to plan equipment, soil treatment, and safety considerations for all planned civil work.Must be able to lead by example and with respectMust contribute and maintain a clean job siteMust be able to use a computer to write daily reports, employee discipline, JSAs, and use e-mail.We expect all field employees to:Actively participate in a strong safety cultureRecognize safety hazards and risksParticipate in onsite safety meetingsFollow OPD and client safety policies and proceduresBe aware of changing conditions on an active jobsiteBe on time to the jobsite each day ready for workDisplay a positive attitude and be able to work in a team environmentSome physical demands of being a Civil Foreman include:Capable of working in outdoor weather and environmental conditions including extreme heat and humidity, extreme cold, and high elevations.Lifting and carrying awkward objects up to 60 lbsStanding for extended periods of time up to 11 hours per day. Breaks are given in 2.5 hour intervalsMoving the entire body. Considerable use of arms, legs, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crawling, twisting, reaching, and bending on a regular basis.Use hands to handle, control, and feel objects and/or tools. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)At least 2 years of experience as a civil general foremanMust be able to read and understand civil, structural, and pipe drawingsMust be able to use a sight level and transit to determine coordinates and elevations Must be able to read, write & communicate effectively in EnglishPrevious experience in a gas plant construction environmentPrevious experience leading teams of 40-50 peopleMust be willing to advance safety culturePrevious experience communicating effectively across crafts: civil, pipe, and structuralTravel is a must with extended periods away from home in remote areas at times.Must be able to perform a pre-employment drug screen and background checkMust be willing and able to attend and/or lead employee safety meetingsMust be able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per weekMust be able to meet all physical demands of the job What Will Put You AheadThree or more years of previous experience as a general foreman Fully competent with excavation, trenching, soil jobs and safety considerationsConsistent progression into field leadershipPast experience working in multiple crafts: pipe, civil, structural At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here. Who We Are As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Optimized Process Designs (OPD) provides clients with detailed engineering packages in all disciplines, single-point procurement for all equipment and materials, fabrication and direct-hired construction services throughout the United States. We leverage in-house capabilities and provide services with faster speed to market to help deliver increased cost savings while minimizing risk.   At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf