General Foreman - Concrete

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:
Oversees and directs concrete operations to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and to project quality standards. Manages multiple concrete crews or project zones, aligning manpower, materials, and equipment with schedule and budget targets. Leads planning and execution of concrete placement, formwork, and finishing activities, resolving high-level technical issues and coordinating across trades. Represents the concrete discipline in coordination and progress meetings, communicating resource needs, risks, and corrective actions to project leadership and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:
Manages multiple concrete crews performing formwork, reinforcement, placement, and finishing activities to meet project specifications and deadlines.
Develops and executes concrete work plans, including manpower, equipment, and material coordination across multiple areas or phases.
Ensures full compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and DPR Construction safety standards through regular inspections and audits.
Reviews progress, identifies systemic issues such as recurring formwork or mix discrepancies, and implements corrective actions to maintain schedule and quality.
Provides coaching and professional development to foremen and crew leads, fostering skill advancement and accountability.
Collaborates with project managers, engineers, and trade partners to resolve complex technical and scheduling challenges.
Reviews and submits time cards and labor documentation accurately in accordance with company and project requirements.

Education Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:
7 years of experience in concrete construction or a related field required.
1–2 years of experience in a managerial capacity required.

Certifications and Licenses:
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Construction certification preferred. OSHA 30 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.