FOREMAN

Job Title: Foreman

Department: Field

Reports to: Operations Manager

Job Summary: The Foreman position will be the on-site leader of the team. This position provides leadership to the crew and is ultimately responsible for each project’s customer satisfaction, productivity, and quality. This is an experienced level position that requires advanced skills with hand tools and power tools. Strong knowledge of construction methods, safety, and materials is required. This person is the face of the company to the homeowners and is expected to be a role model to their crew of Bear Creek values and beliefs.

Key Requirements:

• Leadership and influence in the team 
• Servant attitude 
• Alignment with Bear Creek Core Values 
• Minimum of 6 months work experience with Bear Creek
• Minimum of 3 months experience as a Foreman in Training
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in written form
• Completion of Foreman training 
• Demonstrated dependability and strong work ethic
• Ability to read and understand plans 
• Safety trained 
• Code compliance trained 
• Proficient in BuilderTrend and other digital platform usages
• Proficient in iPhone usage 
• Authorized company drive (or provide own vehicles)
• Ability to lift heavy objects 
• Advanced tools and material skill and knowledge

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership 

• Turn customers into “Raving Fans” 
• Plan out the work and set team goals 
• Facilitate positive customer and team interactions in the field and office
• Follow directions well 
• Give clear direction to the team 
• Invest in team members growth 
• Speak words of affirmation to the team 
• Set the example 

Work Efficiency/Quality of Work 

• Review and understand all job related plans and paperwork 
• Hands on lead the installation/construction of the projects 
• Set the work pace for the team and maintain good productivity 
• Demonstrate advanced tool and material skill and knowledge 
• Clear the bottlenecks in front of the team 
• Manage the team so everyone contributes 
• Identify potential issues and find solutions 
• Inspect work and see the details (eliminate punch-list and call-backs)
• Keep vehicles, tools and trailers neat, orderly and in working condition
• Complete walk-through of jobsite daily and identify and resolve quality/safety issues 

Communication 

• Communicate clearly and ask questions 
• Regularly check company communications 
• Respond in a timely manner to all communications 
• Keep project manager up to date on work progress 
• Upload pictures and create Daily log in BuilderTrend before leaving jobsite
• Approve time records daily 
• Turn in receipts weekly 

Management 

• Hold team accountable to punctuality and attendance standards 
• Hold team accountable to Bear Creek jobsite standards (language, radio, cell phone, smoking, uniforms, etc) 
• Hold team accountable for time record keeping per Bear Creek policy 
• Record bi-weekly team member feedback in Threads Culture 
• Complete team member reviews before deadlines 
• Communicate with HR about injuries and/or performance issues 
• Ensure that the company trucks are locked daily and cleaned by the end of the week. 

Professionalism 

• Maintain good hygiene, neat appearance and wear company uniform 
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality 
• Abide by Bear Creek standards and policies 
• Attend and engage in company meetings 
• Interact with clients and team members in a positive manner 
• Protect owners home, property and personal information

Educational and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least two years related experience required

This is a field position to be carried out from the Bear Creek office/shop in Waynesboro, VA and on various job sites throughout Central Virginia.

This job description identifies the major responsibilities of this position. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned, to assist with executing the company’s business model, promoting the company’s culture, mission and values.

Compensation based on skill and experience

Position is open until filled.

If you are interested in joining our team of passionate craftsmen and women, please visit our website and fill out the online application fully: https://form.jotform.com/83388302112147

Please also send a current resume, references (including email and phone number) and your best contact number to careers@bearcreek.co