Construction Foreman
A construction foreman constructs agricultural buildings and structures, such as barns, sheds, grain bins, mills, plants, elevators and more.
Future Job Market
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Fair
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Good
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Excellent
Typical Employers:
Construction foremen may be employed full-time by agricultural companies that consistently build new structures, or they may work for an agricultural construction company. Other construction foremen may be self-employed.
Suggested Professional Organizations and Associations:
- American Institute of Constructors
- National Association of Agricultural Contractors
- National Association of Women in Construction
Salary:
$59,000?
SAE Connections:
What Responsibilities Will I Have?
- Lead a team to complete construction projects
- Perform repairs and service work on the structure or building equipment
- Ensure quality and cost standards set by company or building owner are met in a timely manner
- Participate in project planning, scope, assessments, layout and other details as needed
- Communicate progress, issues and solutions to supervisor or stakeholders throughout the construction process
- Explain, execute and sign contracts with any subcontractors involved
- Execute daily management of excavators, concrete crews, framers, electricians and equipment installers
- Receive and verify material shipments are of correct quantities and quality
- Submit accurate and timely project reports
- Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met
- Complete purchase orders, inventory documents and time sheets
Recommended High School Courses:
- agricultural education, especially agricultural mechanics
- industrial technology
- welding
- computer skills
- mathematics
Education/Training Required:
A high school diploma is required, but an associate degree in a relevant field — such as carpentry, construction equipment operation, power technology or building systems — is preferred. Typically, professionals with experience as a construction worker or an apprentice will be more likely to attain this level of employment.
