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Job Title


Laborer Foreman


Company : Kiewit


Location : Damascus, VA


Created : 2026-04-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Kiewit is one of North Americau2019s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With its roots dating back to 1884, the employee-owned organization operates through a network of subsidiaries in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Kiewit offers construction and engineering services in a variety of markets including transportation; oil, gas and chemical; power; building; marine; water/wastewater; industrial; and mining. Kiewit had 2024 revenues of $16.8 billion and employs 31,800 staff and craft employees. Position Summary Effectively lead and manage crew members' daily activities and production according to the project timeline, plans, specifications, codes and industry standards and provide the necessary training on proper safety and operational procedures. Work with or supervise other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision. Experience Level Lead Primary Responsibilities and Duties u2022 Plan, coordinate and organize people, equipment, tools and materials to promote the safe, efficient and timely construction of the project. u2022 Ensure that construction equipment is correctly operated and maintained. u2022 Maintain accurate reporting records including job quantities, productivity rates, time sheets and daily management reports. u2022 May assist in developing a weekly schedule and in carrying out sequence of activities for assigned crew. u2022 Responsible for timely completion of work assignments within the estimated costs while maintaining the companyu2019s reputation for quality workmanship/product. u2022 Responsible for the safety of those on the crew and will conduct all operations according to all applicable company and government safety rules. u2022 Will develop and maintain a proper crew attitude by conducting toolbox meetings and communicating safety concerns, work scope, plans and schedules to leadmen and crews. u2022 Monitor compliance by all employees under his/her supervision with all Company policies Qualifications u2022 May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. u2022 Ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge and skill to perform all essential functions of craft workers under his/her supervision. u2022 Ability to perform task planning to safely and efficiently carry out all aspects of work assigned, train/ teach safety practices, policies and procedures. u2022 Have a working knowledge of the scheduling, material control and unit manhour performance, estimating fundamentals and job cost management systems. u2022 Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with craft workers under his/her supervision and management/supervision. u2022 Must be a good communicator, motivator, and team player. Requirements + The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl + Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions + Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required + May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds + Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces + Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment + Must have loading/unloading Trucks experience + Must have daily yard operation experience + Must be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site + Must have required tools + May require U.S. Driver License + Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required + Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Company: Kiewit_Craft