POSITION DESCRIPTION
M. A. Mortenson Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
TITLE: Laborer Foreman STATUS: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: General Foreman, Superintendent DATE: Rev. 2/2019
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PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
Responsible for coordinating crews, preparing, handling, and supplying materials to be used by other crafts.
EXPECTATIONS OF ALL TEAM MEMBERS
High quality, professional work product performed with initiative, productivity, a positive attitude and behavior.
Team members should cooperate with others in a team environment, accept direction from supervisors, follow
work rules and procedures, have punctual and consistent attendance, and accept constructive feedback.
Performance should meet or exceed the established standards, goals, and accountabilities of the position.
All team members are responsible for supporting an inclusive work environment along with affirmative action
and employment related goals and requirements. Team members should align with and contribute to the
Mortenson values and ethical standards as stated in the Mortenson Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and
understand and abide by the procedures and practices outlined in the Mortenson Operations Manual.
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KEY RESULT AREAS (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)
A. Read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures
B. Supervise and coordinate activities of laborers and their assigned roles
C. Interpret specifications, blueprints and job orders
D. Interpret company policies to workers and enforce safety regulations
E. Establish and adjust work sequences to meet construction schedule, using knowledge capacities of
equipment and assigned personnel
F. Study/analyze in schedules and estimate worker-hour requirements for completion of job
G. Analyze and resolve work problems

H. Maintain time records
I. Make cost estimate for contracts
1. Use logical step-by-step procedures in work
2. Plan work and solve problems
3. Make decisions based on measurable information
4. May operate machinery

J. Provide work direction to laborer I, II, Journeyman, Apprentice, and Helpers
K. Work according to standard, detailed instructions and established, well-defined procedures
L. Determine work method from alternative
M. Work under broad assignment
N. Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
O. Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage
performance
P. All other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
A. Ability to work with tools and equipment such as, power and non-powered hand tools, vibrators, pumps,
drills and jackhammers
B. Ability to work with machinery, such as, forklifts, skid loaders and power buggies
C. Strong teamwork orientation
D. Positive attitude and professional customer service skills
E. Detail orientation
F. Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Minimum three years related experience is preferred
B. Must posses union specific training
C. Current driver’s license

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability Frequency Movements Frequency
See (naturally or corrected) A Sitting O
Hear (naturally or corrected) A Standing A
Traverse construction site daily A Walking A
Balance A Crouching/Stooping A
Manual dexterity A Kneeling/Squatting A
Arm steadiness A Climbing F
Work Environment Frequency Repetitive hand/arm/leg movements A
Dirt A Lifting/Carrying F
Heat/Cold F Up to 50lbs F
Excessive noise F 50lbs + O
Dust A Pushing/Pulling F
Grease/Oil F Up to 50lbs F
Vibration O 50lbs + O
Heights F Reaching (high or low) F
Confined spaces F

Frequency codes: (A) Always, (F) Frequently, (O) Occasionally, (N) Never
*Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

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.