First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Worker

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  Construction and Extraction Occupations

First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Worker

Also Called: Coal Mine Production Foreman, Construction Foreman, Construction Supervisor, Electrical Supervisor, Field Operations Supervisor, Field Supervisor, Insulation Foreman, Roustabout Field Supervisor, Sheet Metal Foreman, Site Superintendent, Coal Mine Production Foreman, Construction Foreman, Construction Supervisor, Electrical Supervisor, Field Operations Supervisor, Field Supervisor, Insulation Foreman, Roustabout Field Supervisor, Sheet Metal Foreman, Site Superintendent

What they do

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of construction or extraction workers.

$49,420
Starting Salary (2023)
$76,760
Median Salary (2023)
2.5%
Projected Job Growth
777,420
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Inspect work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications are met.
Assign work to employees, based on material or worker requirements of specific jobs.
Coordinate work activities with other construction project activities.
Supervise, coordinate, or schedule the activities of construction or extractive workers.
Estimate material or worker requirements to complete jobs.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Enterprising
Business based Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Attention to Detail
Dependability
Leadership
Self-Control
Integrity
Initiative

What key skills are needed for this job?

Coordination
Active Listening
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Management of Personnel Resources
Time Management

Expected Knowledge

Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Common Activities

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

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