Foreman, Commercial Concrete

Company Overview

Merritt Contracting, Inc. is a recognized leader in the concrete and civil industry, backed by over two decades of proven success. Specializing in a wide range of residential and commercial projects, we operate with a deep commitment to quality, client satisfaction, and safety. Located in the Lebanon area, our team consistently delivers outstanding results while maintaining a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

KEY RESULTS AREAS: SAFETY – QUALITY – EFFICIENCY

1. LMA (Lead, Manage, Accountability) Lead personnel through holding accountable, career development, coaching, teaching, training, mentoring, and reviews.

o Managing your crew

2. Must demand & cultivate safety culture including: adherence to applicable rules & regulations, training, & PPE.

3. Be accountable for the Execution & Quality of the work performed by you, your crew, or your subs/suppliers.

o Subs/Suppliers would consist of the following:

i. Trucking

ii. Coring/Cutting

iii. Concrete & Granular

iv. Vac Trucks

v. Dumpsters

vi. Etc.

4. Proactively plan your portion of the work and be accountable for the 3-5 day look-ahead schedule.

o Weekend/After Hours Coverage, as needed/required.

5. Own the budget for your portion of the job (labor, material, and equipment).

o Know our contract scope of work, manage change orders through Superintendent and/or PM.

o Manage project during/after weather.

o Consistently attain production rates.

Additional Duties:

· Use good logic/reasoning in decision making.

· Oversight of field personnel on a daily basis

o Resolve personnel issues à run up the chain of command when required.

o Report “pulse” of workers back to superintendent and/or DOFO periodically

· Planning and execution of daily schedule to complete jobs on time and on budget

· Manage pump truck, will calls, inspections, testing, washouts once they are setup by Superintendent.

· Monitor productivity by using unit rates from bid, scoreboard, etc. à communicate to crew and adapt processes, as needed.

· Ensure compliance of all company policies and procedures.

· Ensure compliance of all safety procedures and policies and promotes safety culture.

· Work alongside field employees to complete daily production.

· Complete necessary paperwork and entries into Time Tracking system.

· Lean Change agent.

· Communicating with superintendent on a daily basis.

· Make sure jobs are ready for the next phase à i.e., no loose ends.

· Focus on fixing problems that arise.

· Lead by example.

· Create a team atmosphere where everyone is in it together.

· Make sure new team members are aware of what is needed/expected of them.

· Manage efficient use of rental equipment.

· Preventative Maintenance of equipment, as needed.

- Bilingual in Spanish a plus, but not a requirement.

- Must posses valid DL in good standing. 

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: Merritt Contracting is an equal opportunity employer and follows all state and federal laws regarding EEO and anti-discrimination. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. If you need accommodation during the application process, please contact our Human Resources department. Your application will be handled confidentially and in compliance with the law.