September 10, 2024

J Benton Construction

St Thomas

FULL TIME

General Foreman

J. Benton Construction, LLC, is more than a construction company. We're a team of builders that nurtures the needs of our clients while giving back to the Virgin Islands community where we live and work. Our goal is to be seen as one of the leading companies in the Caribbean by providing our clients with an unrelenting focus on customer service. We accomplish this by striving for excellence through continuous improvement and successfully completing projects without sacrificing quality. The project experience is just as significant to our team as the final product. We are proud to call the U.S. Virgin Islands our home.

General Foreman:
The General Foreman oversees the work of the Foreman at each construction site, ensuring their team is working safely and efficiently. They have a mix of onsite and administrative responsibilities to complete each day. The General Foreman plans, coordinates and supervises the work of the Foreman.
Responsibilities:

Leads the Foreman in multiple same or various scopes.
Supervises operations within a construction site.
Coordinates tasks according to priorities and plans.
Produce schedules and monitor attendance of crew.
Allocates general and daily responsibilities.
Supervises and trains workers and tradespeople.
Ensures manpower and resources are adequate.
Guarantees all safety precautions and quality standards are met.
Supervises the use of machinery and equipment.
Monitors expenditures and ensures they remain within budget.
Resolves problems when they arise.
Reports on progress the Superintendent and/or Project Manager.

Required Skills:

High school diploma or diploma in a skilled trade (electrician, carpenter etc.)
Proven experience as construction foreman
In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, and equipment
Understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems
Ability to read drawings, plans and blueprints.
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Ability to communicate and report effectively.
Aptitude in math
Problem-solving abilities
OSHA 30 Certification or equivalent safety training.

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
J. Benton Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.