Yard Foreman

Florida | Full-time

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Thalle Construction Co., Inc. is pleased to announce a career opportunity for a Yard Foreman to join us on the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP) Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) A-2 Reservoir in Palm Beach County, Florida. This project marks the largest contract in the Jacksonville District’s history, valued at $2.87 billion. Thalle will oversee the construction of a 17.75-mile embankment dam and associated structures. This project offers potential Project Team members a valuable opportunity to broaden their professional experience and advance their careers throughout its duration. The CEPP plays a vital role in Everglades restoration, aiming to enhance ecosystem health, improve water storage, and increase resilience to climate change.

Thalle, established in 1947, is a heavy civil construction company with a corporate office located in Hillsborough, North Carolina and a regional office in Alvarado, Texas.  Thalle currently has active heavy civil construction projects spanning from New York to South Florida to Texas and continues to expand our geographical footprint.  Our diverse and expansive project scope of heavy civil infrastructure projects incorporates all degrees of civil construction that includes, but is not limited to; Conventional Concrete, Roller Compacted Concrete and Earthen Dams, Navigational Waterway Locks, Reservoirs, Large Diameter Underground Utilities, Treatment Facilities, Landfills, Site Work, Mass Soil & Rock Excavation, Coal Ash Closures, DOT Highway & Bridge Construction, and on-demand emergency services.

We are a proud representative of The Tully Group (Tully), established in 1921, and developed as one of the nation’s largest privately held, family-owned construction firms.  Tully’s corporate office, located in New York City, has provided an opportunity to develop and sustain a long history of heavy civil projects in the Metro New York Area and New Jersey.  Visit www.tullygroup.us for more information.

Safety is our TOP priority!  Thalle offers a competitive salary package with a full range of benefits, including Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, generous PTO, paid company holidays, Life Insurance, and 401K with a company match, and more!  Compensation is based on experience and qualifications. 

Thalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace.

Location: Palm Beach County, FL

Job Title: Yard Foreman

Salary: $85,000/yr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

The Yard Foreman plays a crucial role in overseeing daily operations in the construction yard ensuring that all materials, equipment, and facility services are effectively managed. This position requires strong leadership skills and a comprehensive understanding of heavy civil construction processes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for shipping and receiving, maintaining inventories, material handling and, managing of onsite services etc.

Competencies:

  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Effective leadership and management capabilities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
  • May be required to work at night.
  • Ability to be adaptable and flexible in various situations.
  • Highly motivated, results-oriented, and driven.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in warehouse or yard (construction or other industry experience. Heavy Civil preferred).
  • Proven track record in inventory control, purchasing, and logistics.
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing a team.
  • Familiarity with safety and compliance standards in a warehouse or yard setting.

Requirements:

  • Typically works 10 hours per day, 6-7 days per week in the South Florida outdoor environment.
  • Wears all required personal protective equipment on daily basis.
  • May be exposed to poisonous snakes, insects and similar.
  • May be required to work on variable terrain in performance of duties.
  • Will be required to operate motor vehicle and forklift.
  • Routinely lifts/carries up to 50 pounds unassisted on daily basis.