Civil Foreman

Company: M/s A.K. Builders

Job Location: Pathankot, Punjab

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: ₹25,000 – ₹30,000 per month

Experience: 5–10 years in civil construction

Qualification: Diploma in Civil Engineering

Reporting To: Civil Site Engineer / Project Manager/ Proprietor

1. About the Role

M/s A.K. Builders is looking for an experienced and hardworking Civil Foreman to supervise and manage day-to-day construction activities at our project site in Pathankot, Punjab.

The candidate will be responsible for supervising labour, coordinating with subcontractors, ensuring proper execution of civil works, maintaining workmanship and productivity, arranging materials and tools for daily activities, and completing assigned work within the prescribed timeline.

The ideal candidate should have strong practical knowledge of construction activities and the ability to manage workers effectively while following the instructions of the Site Engineer and Project Manager.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Site Execution and Supervision

- Supervise daily civil construction activities at the site.
- Execute work according to approved drawings, instructions from the Site Engineer, and project specifications.
- Supervise masonry, plastering, concreting, reinforcement, shuttering, flooring, waterproofing, finishing, and other civil works as applicable.
- Ensure workers understand the assigned work and complete it correctly.
- Check dimensions, alignment, levels, line, and plumb during construction.
- Ensure proper workmanship and prevent defective or rework-prone execution.
- Monitor the progress of work and achieve daily targets.

B. Labour Management

- Allocate daily work to labourers, masons, carpenters, bar benders, helpers, and other workers.
- Ensure adequate manpower is available for planned activities.
- Monitor attendance, punctuality, productivity, and discipline of workers.
- Coordinate with subcontractors and labour contractors.
- Guide workers regarding the correct method of execution.
- Report manpower shortages, absenteeism, and labour-related problems to the Site Engineer.
- Maintain effective coordination among different labour teams.

C. Drawing and Technical Understanding

- Read and understand basic civil, architectural, and structural drawings.
- Follow dimensions, levels, and instructions provided by the Site Engineer.
- Identify discrepancies between drawings and actual site conditions.
- Inform the Site Engineer before proceeding wherever clarification or technical approval is required.
- Ensure workers do not make unauthorized changes to drawings or specifications.

D. Material and Tools Management

- Check the availability of cement, sand, aggregate, bricks, reinforcement steel, shuttering materials, and other required materials.
- Inform the Site Engineer or Storekeeper about daily material requirements in advance.
- Ensure proper use and handling of construction materials.
- Minimize material wastage and prevent damage to materials.
- Monitor the availability and condition of tools and equipment.
- Ensure leftover materials are collected and stored properly.
- Report shortages, damage, or abnormal material consumption immediately.

E. Quality Control

- Check the quality of work during execution.




- Ensure correct mixing, placement, curing, finishing, and workmanship as applicable.
- Check reinforcement placement, shuttering, concrete levels, masonry alignment, and plaster thickness as instructed.
- Ensure necessary checks are completed before concrete pouring or covering up concealed work.
- Rectify minor workmanship issues immediately and report major defects to the Site Engineer.
- Follow inspection instructions and obtain clearance wherever required before proceeding to the next stage.

F. Measurements and Work Records

- Maintain daily records of labour deployment and work completed.
- Provide actual work quantities and progress details to the Site Engineer.
- Assist in taking measurements of executed work.
- Maintain records of materials received, consumed, and remaining wherever assigned.
- Report extra work, changes in quantities, and site hindrances.
- Provide accurate information for daily progress reports and subcontractor measurements.

G. Work Planning and Coordination

- Understand daily and weekly work targets assigned by the Site Engineer.
- Arrange labour, tools, equipment, and materials before starting work.
- Coordinate activities between masonry, shuttering, reinforcement, concreting, and finishing teams.
- Ensure one activity does not unnecessarily delay another.
- Inform the Site Engineer immediately about delays caused by materials, drawings, manpower, equipment, or site conditions.
- Ensure work areas are ready for the next scheduled activity.

H. Safety and Housekeeping

- Ensure workers follow site safety instructions.
- Ensure workers use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain safe access routes and proper housekeeping.
- Prevent unsafe working practices and report hazards immediately.
- Ensure proper stacking of materials and safe use of tools and equipment.
- Report accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to the Site Engineer.
- Follow safety instructions for work at height, excavation, scaffolding, and concreting activities as applicable.

I. Reporting and Coordination

- Report daily progress, manpower strength, material requirements, and site problems to the Civil Site Engineer.
- Follow instructions issued by the Site Engineer and Project Manager.
- Coordinate with the Storekeeper, subcontractors, labour contractors, and other site personnel.
- Maintain discipline and ensure workers remain focused on assigned activities.
- Immediately report any issue that may affect quality, cost, safety, or project completion.

3. Required Skills

- Robust practical knowledge of civil construction activities.
- Experience in managing labour and subcontractors.
- Ability to read basic construction drawings and understand dimensions.
- Knowledge of line, level, plumb, and setting out basics.
- Understanding of concrete, reinforcement, shuttering, masonry, plastering, and finishing work.




- Ability to plan and distribute daily work.
- Knowledge of construction materials and their proper use.
- Ability to identify poor workmanship and prevent rework.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Responsible, disciplined, punctual, and hardworking.

4. Educational Qualification

- Diploma in Civil Engineering preferred.
- Candidates with strong practical construction experience and a suitable educational background may also be considered.

5. Experience Requirements

- Required Experience: 5–10 years in civil construction.
- Experience in government construction projects, institutional buildings, commercial buildings, Defence projects, CPWD, MES, PWD, or similar construction projects will be preferred.
- Candidates must have practical experience in supervising labour and managing daily site execution.

6. Language Requirements

- Hindi: Required.
- English: Basic understanding preferred.
- Punjabi: Preferred.

7. Job Requirements

- Full-time position at Pathankot, Punjab.
- Candidate must be willing to relocate or stay at the project site.
- Must be comfortable working on an active construction site.
- Must be able to supervise labour directly and work under the guidance of the Site Engineer.
- Immediate joiners or candidates available at short notice will be preferred.

8. Performance Expectations The Civil Foreman will be expected to:

- Achieve daily work targets assigned by the Site Engineer.
- Maintain satisfactory workmanship and minimize rework.
- Ensure proper utilization of labour and construction materials.
- Keep the Site Engineer informed about progress and site constraints.
- Maintain labour discipline and coordinate work efficiently.
- Follow safety instructions and maintain site cleanliness.
- Ensure work is completed according to approved drawings and instructions.

9. Preferred Candidate Profile We are looking for a hands-on Civil Foreman who can independently manage labour and day-to-day site activities under the supervision of the Civil Site Engineer.

The candidate should be practical, disciplined, experienced in construction execution, and capable of ensuring that workers perform the right work, in the right manner, at the right time.

Important: This is a site-based supervisory position, not an office-based role. The candidate must remain actively involved in site execution, labour supervision, quality checks, material coordination, and daily progress reporting.

Key Attributes: Practical | Hardworking | Responsible | Labour Management | Quality Conscious | Disciplined | Safety Conscious | Target-Oriented

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate

- Pathankot, Punjab: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience working in government electrical works, CPWD, MES, PWD, Defence, institutional buildings, or large construction projects ? If Yes, How many years and how many projects?

Education:
- Diploma (Required)

Experience:
- Construction: 5 years (Required)

Language:
- Hindi (Required)
- English (Preferred)
- Punjabi (Required)

Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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