Foreman

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily construction site activities; assign tasks to workers, technicians, and subcontractors.
• Ensure work follows approved drawings and project specifications, monitor progress against schedules, and inspect completed work for quality.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, and ensure workers use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Coordinate with site engineers, supervisors, and project managers; identify site problems and coordinate solutions with the engineering team.
• Monitor construction materials, tools, and equipment; support material planning and avoid unnecessary waste.
• Report daily progress, manpower attendance, and site issues to management.
• Maintain good housekeeping and keep the work area clean and organized.

Qualifications and requirements

• High school diploma or relevant technical qualification preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of construction site supervision experience.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, site procedures, and health and safety requirements.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings.
• Good leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage manpower and coordinate multiple site activities.
• UAE construction experience preferred.

Skills

• Team leadership and manpower management.
• Site coordination and work planning.
• Quality control and attention to detail.
• Time management, problem-solving, communication, and reporting.
• Knowledge of construction tools, equipment, and materials.

Working conditions

• Full-time position at construction project sites; work location is in person.
• Must be able to work outdoors and supervise site activities.
• Must comply with company policies and applicable safety regulations.
• Performance expectations include completing work on time, maintaining quality and safety, and using manpower and materials efficiently.