Foreman at Forage

South Bay, Florida, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Construction, Geotechnical, Civil EngineeringIndustries

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent
One plus years of leadership experience
Seven plus years of experience in the construction industry
Experience working and living in remote field sites
Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive on behalf of company business
Excellent communication skills
Ability to negotiate
Ability to read construction drawings and blueprints
Basic computer skills including knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel

Responsibilities

Lead, Manage and be Accountable (LMA) for their direct reports
Perform the roles and responsibilities for Foreman as listed on the Accountability Chart
Report project progress to superiors
Develop a work schedule for workers
Supervise all construction workers
Be the liaison between construction workers and supervisors
Solve disputes between workers
Ensure that a project is adequately staffed
Assign tasks to construction workers
Ensure that the project is staying on or under budget
Perform quality checks on construction equipment
Ensure all safety precautions and quality standards are met
Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed
Supervise and troubleshoot routine issues that occur on the job site
Ensure safety rules are always followed
Develop work schedules based upon the availability of employees or contractors and weather conditions

Skills

Construction Supervision

Safety Compliance

Work Scheduling

Blueprint Reading

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Leadership

Negotiation

Quality Control

Dispute Resolution

Budget Management

Forage

Offers virtual job simulations for students

About Forage

Forage creates virtual job simulations that allow students to experience a typical day in various roles across different industries. These simulations help students develop practical career skills and build confidence, making them more employable. The platform is self-paced and accessible for free, enabling students to learn at their convenience. Forage serves two main groups: students, who gain valuable experience, and employers, who use the platform to showcase their industry and roles, making hiring more inclusive. Unlike many competitors, Forage focuses on providing these simulations at no cost to students while charging employers for the service. The goal is to bridge the gap between education and career success, democratizing access to job opportunities.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$35.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Consulting, EducationIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Equity compensation plan

Home office setup stipend

Access to office space in Sydney and Melbourne (or London depending on country)

Flexible work schedule

20 days of paid vacation leave

Access to an employee assistance program and a professional development fund

18 weeks of fully paid parental leave for the primary caregiver and 8 weeks of parental leave for the non-primary caregiver

Full paid day off to celebrate a holiday of choice

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Standard Bank may impact Forage's market share.

EAB acquisition could lead to strategic changes misaligned with Forage's model.

Rapid AI advancements may challenge Forage's current virtual training offerings.

Differentiation

Forage offers free, open-access virtual job simulations with leading global companies.

The platform provides self-paced, on-demand learning, enhancing accessibility for students.

Forage bridges education and career success, focusing on practical skills and employability.

Upsides

Forage raised $25 million in Series B funding to expand globally.

Partnerships with firms like Latham & Watkins enhance Forage's industry credibility.

Growing demand for virtual internships boosts Forage's market potential.

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