Project Foreman

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education with a Bachelor’s Degree in parks and recreation, construction management or a closely related field preferred. A minimum of five (5) years of full-time experience in property management, public works, mechanical, parks maintenance and/or construction management and a minimum of two (2) years supervisory or administrative experience. Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be accepted.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs construction duties, including but not limited to, plastering, painting, drywall, flooring, masonry and tuck pointing, concrete flat work, footings, park site amenity installation, playground equipment installation, fences, and bridges.
• Supervise, lead, direct, evaluate, hire and manage three (3) Projects Specialists.
• Performs duties as a staff leader on specific projects for a group of parks specialists, giving direction, advising, and answering questions.
• Constructs playgrounds.
• Provides preventive maintenance and a variety of rough and finish carpentry and general building construction for Park District buildings and grounds.
• Maintains a pro-active approach to safety and risk management. Involved in creating, implementing, and evaluating sound risk management policies and procedures. Is prepared and cooperative with annual loss control review process.
• Performs the job safely and in compliance with Park District policies, procedures, work and safety rules.
• Estimates equipment and material needs for specific job assignments.
• Provides, and monitors budgets for district projects
• Purchases, maintains and oversees inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Submits and maintains accurate records and reports.
• Assists inspectors and other district employees on building code compliance.
• Inspects parks and building facilities on a weekly or daily basis.
• Performs general park and building maintenance, construction, and special setups as assigned.
• Snow removal in winter months.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrate consistent attendance and on-time arrival
• A valid Illinois driver’s license is required.
• Must be able to read, write and speak in English.
• CPR/AED certification or be able to earn within 60 days.
• Must have working knowledge of all carpentry, woodworking and knowledge of plumbing, H.V.A.C.,electrical and concrete maintenance and construction.
• CPSI certified.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Must be a strategic thinker with a strong work ethic, highly motivated, self-starting, outgoing and energetic.

RATE OF PAY:

• $75,000 – $85,000