Story Construction

Commercial Construction Foreman

LocationAmes, IA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$52,000

About This Job

Story Construction is a 100% employee-owned general contractor, construction manager, and design-builder based out of Ames, IA. As an employee of Story Construction, you will have the opportunity to join the ownership group through our employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). At Story, we focus on having a good day, every day, regardless of your role. Everything we do revolves around building a joyful work environment and making a difference in the communities in which we work.


Position Summary:

Foremen play a crucial role in overseeing a crew of field staff to ensure work is being completed on time, with quality, and safely by monitoring the “Six Elements” (information, environment, manpower, materials, tools, and equipment). Foremen are also responsible for creating an environment that promotes the growth and retention of their crew members through mentorship and training.


Why Choose Story Construction?

Work-Life Balance: We plan our work with you and your families in mind! You'll rarely have to work weekends and can enjoy a work week that rarely exceeds 40 hours. Our field staff enjoy 3 weeks of paid time off in addition to 6 paid holidays annually. This means more time for your families and hobbies!

Diverse Skill Development: We value versatility. You'll have the opportunity to work across several trades, including concrete, carpentry, steel erection, heavy equipment operation, and welding!

Career Growth: We help you develop a clear and supportive career path. Whether you're just starting out, or have years of experience, we help you reach your professional career goals.

Summary of Duties:

Ensures and promotes a safe work environment by identifying, eliminating, and managing safety hazards on the jobsite.
Populate the two-week lookahead and communicate assignment progress to the crew and superintendent, ensuring deadlines are met.
Holds daily crew meetings to delegate individual responsibilities and ensure safe, high-quality, cost-effective production.
Promotes a positive, supportive, and can-do environment that supports continuous learning and improvement for their crew.
Manage and allocate resources efficiently, including materials, equipment, and manpower in coordination with the superintendent.
Identify and address challenges or obstacles that may arise during construction.
Ensure crews are executing work in accordance with plans, specifications, and quality standards.
Train and mentor crew members in support of their personal career development.
Perform building and construction work including concrete walls, slabs, and foundations; structural steel and steel erection; interior and exterior process pipe installation; and general carpentry and finishes.
Actively participate in work planning and the continuous improvement process.
Operate and inspect equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required; additional education or certifications are a plus.
5+ years of construction experience; including experience with concrete, carpentry, steel and steel erection, and other relevant construction experience. The ideal candidate will have experience with each of these specialties.
Proven ability to lead others, supervisory experience desired.
Valid driver's license with reliable means of getting to and from the jobsite.
Minimum tool requirement: 16oz or larger hammer, crescent adjustable wrench, screwdriver (6-1 type), tape measure, speed square, retractable utility knife, chalk box, lineman or rebar pliers.


Travel: Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected; jobsites are located throughout central Iowa and across the state.



Benefits:

Opportunity to participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Paid time off, including paid holidays
Company 401K plan with company match
Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
Paid Bereavement Leave
Company-paid term life insurance, AD&D, and short-term & long-term disability
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Medical and dependent care flex benefits plans
Career Development Plan personalized to you and your career goals
Safety boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
Annual work-clothing allowance



Working Conditions:

Employees may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, loud noises, and more within OSHA standards. Job duties are often performed in close physical proximity to other people. Employees often work in outdoor conditions that include inclement weather such as heat, humidity, cold, wind, and dust. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, stand for long periods of time, walk for moderate-to-long distances on varying surface conditions, climb, crawl, crouch, reach, grip, push, and pull without issue. Must possess adequate communicative, auditory, and visual capabilities to avoid safety hazards.


This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.

Story Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Story is a drug-free workplace, and employment is contingent on the successful passing of a drug test. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time; Story Construction participates in E-Verify.

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