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Civil Craft General Foreman Traveler - LEB

Mortenson
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Feb 2026

About the role

General Foreman 

 

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking a General Foreman that will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing foreman and craft team members based on the project schedule and state and federal requirements. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures 
  • Supervise and coordinate activities of foremen and their assigned craft workers 
  • Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders 
  • Interpret company policies to workers and enforce safety regulations 
  • Establish and adjust work sequences to meet construction schedule, using knowledge of capacities of equipment and assigned personnel 
  • Study and analyze schedules and estimate worker-hour requirements for completion of job 
  • Analyze and resolve work problems 
  • Maintain time records 
  • Make cost estimates for contracts 
  • Use logical step-by-step procedures in work 
  • Plan work and solve problems 
  • Make decisions based on measurable information 
  • Operate machinery as needed 
  • Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance 
  • Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels 
  • Willingness to travel per project needs and requirements.
  • All other duties as assigned 

     

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • High school diploma or GED 
  • Minimum of five (5) years related experience 
  • Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, detail orientation, ability to work according to detailed, standard instructions and well-defined, established procedures 
  • Ability to determine work method from alternatives, work under broad assignments, active listening skills, and effective communication including openness to diverse input and feedback 
  • Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements 
  • *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs. 
  • Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice. 

 

*Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment. 

 

A few benefits offered include:  

  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  
  • Dental plan  
  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match  
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves  
  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance  
  • No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources 
  • Tuition reimbursement  
  • Adoption Assistance   
  • Gym Membership Discount Program   

 

Please make note:  

  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.  
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.  

 

ABOUT MORTENSON 

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.  

 

Let’s Redefine Possible®  

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