Construction Foreman Hiring Guide | LinkedIn

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Construction foremen are responsible for coordinating on-site operations and overseeing workers. Equipped with in-depth knowledge of construction procedures and materials, the construction foreman builds a schedule and assigns daily and ongoing tasks. The foreman often determines the workers needed for a project and performs all required hiring and training. As a key link between workers and management, the foreman must be a strong communicator. They work both on- and off-site to ensure safety requirements and budget goals are met.

You might hire a construction foreman to:

Create and maintain a construction schedule with project goals in mind
Source the materials needed to complete the job
Hire, train, supervise, and assign tasks to construction workers

Ensure that safety requirements are met and that the project stays on schedule and within budget

Required skills and qualifications	Preferred skills and qualifications
Advanced knowledge and understanding of construction procedures and equipment	Extensive experience in construction
Strong managerial capabilities	Proven leadership skills
Ability to identify and fix routine errors	Ability to hire and train workers
Strong time management skills and the ability to create and adhere to a schedule	Expertise in sourcing construction materials
In-depth knowledge of safety best practices	Excellent communication skills