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WHY JOIN BALLARD MARINE CONSTRUCTION?

Ballard Marine Construction is a specialty marine and underwater contractor based in Washougal, WA, with regional offices and projects throughout North America.

Why join Ballard? It’s simple. You get to work on amazing technical projects with likeminded team members. The Ballard culture is second to none, and because of that we are incredibly protective and particular about who we invite onto the team. We have a unique culture of true excellence; we hold each other accountable from our newest interns and engineers to our most senior leaders. You will always go to work knowing that everyone you are working with cares as much as you do and is working hard to reach common goals. You will get out of it what you put into it. Ballard is an amazing place to work and if what we’ve said resonates with you, you just might be right for us!

Job Summary:

The Concrete Foreman works under the direct supervision of the General Superintendent and supervises the work of concrete laborers responsible for Concrete Demolition along with preparing, placing, finishing, and curing concrete. The Concrete Foreman prepares work schedules for concrete laborers, estimate the amount of labor and materials required for concrete construction projects, and consult blueprints and drawings to ensure accuracy.

Ideal Candidate:

Core Attributes:

· Grit and Resiliency - We dig deep to figure out how to make things happen no matter how impossible it seems. We never give up. We take on challenges that nobody else can or will.

· Comradery and Inspirational - We are a hard-working team of likeminded individuals working toward a common goal. We regularly celebrate wins and like to have fun whether at work or at play. We come together each day looking for ways to instill life and energy into the world around us.

· Driven and Competitive - We love competition. We love to win and love to learn when we lose. Not getting the job done is not an option. We are obsessed with doing our best and we do what it takes to win.

· Trustworthy and Respectful - We are passionate about honesty, authenticity, and transparency. No lies. No drama. No politics. We value constructive conflict and ensure that even in conflict we treat others with respect.

· Ownership and Accountability - When something goes wrong, we first “look in the mirror” before we “look out the window”. We ask, “what could I have done differently?” and then we share lessons learned. Regularly challenging ourselves and those around us to be better is a way of life. “Me first” belongs here.

Education:

· High school diploma or GED equivalent

· Valid driver’s license

Experience:

· 8 years of construction experience, including experience in a leadership or supervisory position

· Proven experience working as a Concrete Foreman

Skills:

· Detailed knowledge of concrete construction procedures and OSHA guidelines.

· Experience with blueprint reading, concrete finishing, and managing crews.

· Excellent communication and organizational skills.

· Strong organizational and time management skills.

· Excellent verbal communications skills and ability to foster relationships with employees at all levels within the organization.

· Strong creative problem-solving skills.

· Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work independently as well as in team environments, often under tight deadline situations, in a dynamic, unstructured, fast paced work environment.

Responsibilities:

· Coordinate tasks and schedules for crew members to meet short term 3-5 week schedules.

· Prepare JSA for each shift and brief crew members based on the activities being performed prior to starting the shift.

· Supervise workers throughout the shift, ensuring safety, appropriate work stoppages, and organization.

· Identify and take advantage of opportunities to increase productivity and improve overall project schedule.

· Resolve problems with projects, materials, and workers as they arise.

· Overseeing all activities pertaining to concrete demolition, preparation, placement, installation, finishing, and curing.

· Dividing concrete construction projects into different stages and evaluating how much labor and materials are required for each stage.

· Resolving all problems that may affect project quality and completion.

· Consulting blueprints, drawings, and plans to ensure that concrete structures are accurately placed and installed.

· Delegating tasks to concrete laborers and providing overall guidance.

· Maintaining accurate records of the number of hours worked and the number of materials used for each project. Ensuring that formwork and shoring are erected, supported, and dismantled based on engineering designs and drawings.

· Inspecting concrete after the formwork and shoring has been removed and instructing concrete laborers on how to correct defects and concrete roughness.

Physical Demands / Working Environment:

Willing to work in 3’ of water on submerged scaffolding.

· Work is performed in the field and in all weather conditions.

· Lifting, climbing, pulling, pushing, squatting for various periods of time.

· The ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

· Able to safely execute duties in and around heavy equipment/large machinery in marine dredging and marine construction job sites.

· Able to wear the personal protective equipment (PPE) required of various construction work environments (hard hats, safety glasses, personal flotation devices, respirators, etc.)

· Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials up to 50 pounds.

Benefits:

Ballard offers a strong benefit package and provides a culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion. When you become eligible, benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K with employer match, and more!

EEO Statement:

Ballard Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. A reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.

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