Skills Required
The Underground Construction Foreman will ensure all assigned projects are completed according to mutually agreed upon timeline and in accordance with company policies. The Underground Construction Foreman will Operate required machinery needed to complete underground projects Provide hands on supervisory and on-site assistance to underground construction technicians The Underground Construction Foreman will monitor all aspects of the project and expedite or escalate as appropriate to achieve the cost, quality and schedule goals for the project. Provide daily project updates to the executive team Coordinate with Director to prepare preliminary cost estimates and route proposals including descriptions of the proposed project and a map showing the proposed route. Coordinate work schedules to provide the proper priority to projects Identification of underground proposed routes and obtain proper underground utility locates Identification of right of way and permitting requirements for proposed routes. Read and interpret construction documents, i.e.; prints and plans as well as fiber splicing diagrams Supervise in house and contractor resources Conduct pre-construction meetings. Interface with customers to coordinate schedules, plans and risks. Accurately forecast resource requirements based on completion deadlines. Conduct and manage quality control to ensure projects are executed safely and to specifications. Forecast, order and manage material procurement. Obtain permits and licenses. Develop and maintain a professional working relationship with local, county, state and federal officials as needed Follow industry standard construction standards. Participate in preparation and review of estimates with attention to the following: cost, materials, manpower, general conditions, schedule, insurance, etc. Maintain all necessary underground equipment for prevention of any unnecessary mechanical break downs Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned or as become evident.