Heavy Civil Foreman - LaPlace, LA

Job ID: 527495

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

The Heavy Civil Foreman is a mid-level leadership position that reports to the Superintendent.

This role is responsible for coordinating, directing, and overseeing daily field operations on heavy civil construction projects.

Candidates may have experience in base work, concrete construction, utility installation, or a combination of these disciplines.

The Heavy Civil Foreman is responsible for ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards.

This position provides leadership to crews, coordinates equipment and material needs, and works closely with project management and supervisory personnel to support successful project execution.

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.


* Leads and tracks production.


* Inspects equipment ensure operators maintain equipment and document usage.


* Inspects work areas to determine the type of work required and the materials and equipment used.


* Interprets job orders to workers and assigns duties.


* Trains and mentors' new employees.

25% Safety



* Ensure the safety of the crew and the public.


* Comply with all safety initiatives, protocols, and procedures....