Overview
UIC Commercial Services seeks a General Foreman to oversee work crews on various miscellaneous projects under the direction of the Project Superintendent. This role is responsible for supervising day-to-day activities, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project plans and company standards.
Responsibilities
Essential functions will include:
Responsible for supervision, direction and safety of work crews.
Read and interpret plans and specifications, read and correct shop drawings and utilize/maintain project schedule.
Adherence to the UICC Policies and Procedures including Shareholder employment opportunities.
Maintain worker safety and an accident free work environment in strict compliance with OSHA rules.
Perform quality control functions
Additional duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:
Ability to be responsible for supervision, direction and safety of work crews in all aspects of commercial construction.
Understanding of pile installation, survey pile points, framing, insulation and vapor barrier installation.
Must have the ability to read and interpret plans and specifications, read and correct shop drawings and utilize/maintain project schedule.
Ability to administer the UICC Policies and Procedures including Shareholder employment opportunities.
Must be committed to worker safety and an accident free work environment and in strict compliance with OSHA rules.
Ability to perform Quality Control functions Perform independently without direct supervision
Ability to operate construction equipment, such as forklifts and loaders.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Have punctual and on time work history.
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of ten (10) years of construction experience, including at least four (4) years in a foreman or supervisory role
Physical and Mental Demands:
Strenuous walking, standing, and/or climbing, heavy lifting and carrying.
Working on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, working on ladders and scaffolding.
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating materials.
Working Conditions:
Loud noises, and/or extremes of heat or cold.
The work often requires wearing protective gear that may be uncomfortable.
The nature of the work environment may produce moderate levels of stress.
Work environment is that of a construction site.
May be working in close proximity to moving equipment.
Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity postershere (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .
All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com , and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance www.uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/ .
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Ukpeagvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) is the village corporation of Utqiagvik, Alaska and is recognized as one of Alaska's top 10 companies with approximately 4,400 employees nationwide and revenues above $1 Billion annually. UIC is projected to grow substantially in the coming years to become a top 3 company in Alaska by 2030. As a proud Alaska Native Corporation, our success brings growth and benefits to our Iñupiat shareholders. The size and diversity of our operations means we have a broad variety of career opportunities.
UIC and its subsidiaries are committed to and strive for safety, quality, business ethics, and shareholder value. We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
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Requisition ID 2026-25178
Category Construction
Location : Location US-AK-Kotzebue
Travel Requirement N/A
Entity : Name UIC Construction LLC
