This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/7806222 We are seeking a full-time nonexempt Civil Construction Foreman

to join our Construction team. We are looking for a leader to bring

a fresh approach through innovative ideas, best practices and the ability

to positively influence our Construction Department.

The Civil Construction Foreman will be responsible for leading a civil

crew. This is a new team and this position will be instrumental in

building and developing a collaborative group of construction

professionals to expand our growing Network.

Civil Construction Foreman

Schedule: Mon - Fri 8AM to 4:30 PM

Travel: 75%

Summary of Essential Job Functions

Build a culture of safety & consistently drive awareness while working as a foreman on an underground & civil construction crew

Primary driver & equipment operator of crew, as well as hands-on support of other postions on crew as needed

Ability to read & comprehend professional prints, CAD drawings &/or Visio

Responsible for all aspects of utility locates according to municipal standards

Familiarity with public & private easements

Central point of contact on jobsites

Understand Statement Of Work & disseminate to crew as needed

Familiarity with public & private easements & their requirements

Manage job site from start to finish while ensuring safety & efficiency

Work with local inspectors & quickly make field adjustments as needed

Ensure all work is completed to company standards with proper restoration to all excavation areas

Keep vehicles, equipment, & tools inventoried, maintained & in good working order

Understand Safety requirements & proper traffic control procedures

Exercise initiative & keep a positive attitude to work through jobsite obstacles

Oversee the quality of sites & share feedback with the team to help improve processes

Provide updates to management on project progress

Work in a team environment focusing on safety and quality

Keep crew prepared with equipment & tools to complete the job as needed

Other duties as directed

Requirements for Position

2+ years demonstrated experience in Telecom OSP construction &/or related industry

2+ years demonstrated equipment operator experience (Mini excavator, Skid steer)

Willingness to perform physical labor (hand digging with shovels, picks, & rock bars etc)

Adaptable to fast-paced, high-change environment

Must be able to travel away from home for up to 1 week at a time

Current valid Driver\'s License - CDL preferred

Ability to operate truck with trailer

Ability to be added to Company auto-insurance policy

Regular & predictable attendance required

Desired Skills & Competencies

Organizational skills

Must be familiar with & demonstrate personal interest in ensuring a safe working environment

Leadership skills to positively influence others, collaborate with teammates, communicate on the level of others, listen

& understand people in circumstances common in the workplace

High energy, with a strong \'can do\' attitude

Willingness to think \'outside the box\' on site locations

Communicate effectively via phone, email, & message systems

Demonstrate personal accountability; be punctual for appointments & meetings

Requirements for Position

2+ years demonstrated experience in Telecom OSP construction &/or related industry

2+ years demonsrated equipment operator experience (Mini excavator, Skid steer)

Willingness to perform physical labor (hand digging with shovels, picks, & rock bars etc)

Adaptable to fast-paced, high-change environment

Must be able to travel away from home for up to 1 week at a time

Current valid Driver\'s License - CDL preferred

Ability to operate truck with trailer

Ability to be added to Company auto-insurance policy

Regula & predictable attendance required

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Fast-paced environment with multiple changes to schedules & fluctuating priorities

Work is performed primarily outdoors in the field, in all weather conditions

Must pass a background check, MVR & drug screen

Physical Requirements: Light: Lifting 0-10 lbs. Moderate: Lifting 0-25 lbs. X-Heavy: Lifting 25+ lbs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship on the company may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform this job, as long as that would not hinder or prevent performance of duties, or be a safety concern.

Key to show % of time requirements necessary to perform essential functions--0%= Zero (O) 1-35%= Little (L) 36-70%= Moderate (M) 71-100%= Great (G)

G - Bending/Stooping

G - Reaching above/below waist

G - Pushing/pulling movements

M - Climbing stairs/ladders

M - Standing

M - Sitting

M - Walking

M - Kneeling

G - Lifting

L - Taste/smell

L - Keyboard

G - Color/Depth Perception

G - Lifting

L - Taste/smell

L - Keyboard

G - Color/Depth Perception

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