Erosion Control Foreman

  • RIPA & Associates
  • Tampa, Florida
  • 06/21/2026
Full time

Job Description

Job Description Job Description

RIPA & Associates is a civil and utility construction company headquartered in Tampa, Florida. We specialize in a wide range of projects, including commercial, multifamily, residential, and public sector developments throughout Central Florida. Since our establishment in 1998 by Frank Ripa, we have consistently ranked among the Top 100 Private Companies in the Tampa Bay area.

At RIPA, our continued success as a site contractor is attributed to our highly experienced and knowledgeable field management team. Comprising skilled project managers and superintendents, they are the driving force behind our exceptional quality, productivity, and exceptional customer service. Our employees are actively involved in professional organizations such as NUCA, SUCA, Associated Builders & Contractors, TBBA,American Society of Professional Estimators, the Society for Human Resource Management, and HR Tampa.

Working at RIPA & Associates comes with a range of benefits, including but not limited to: Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance, Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Life insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Referral Program, Employee Assistance Program, Company-provided Life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.



Responsibilities:

  • Review, monitor, and maintain crew productivity, equipment, and materials to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Maintain company assigned vehicles and equipment according to company and safety standards.
  • Pre-plan work for crew and provide training opportunities.
  • Teach and practice safety. Enforce quality control and safety policies on all aspects of work.
  • Supervise, inspect, document, and maintain awareness of equipment used on site.
  • Train crew on equipment used on site and ensure equipment is being operated and shut down safely and properly.
  • Oversee safety procedures, quality of workmanship, production, and scheduling.
  • Oversee project to ensure compliance with scope and quality as established by contract documents.
  • Proactively participate and solve problems that could delay construction.
  • Maintain daily timesheets of time and equipment for crew.
  • Maintain daily reports including construction & maintenance daily log and pictures of progress on site.
  • Complete necessary forms as needed such for tool replacement requests, equipment maintenance requests, jobsite damage reports, and incident reports.
  • Act as a liaison between Human Resources and crew members in the event of injury from a work-related incident. Complete necessary accident reports and investigations as requested.
  • Lead weekly toolbox talks, safety meetings, and post-incident safety training.
  • Implement incremental project schedules to ensure production is on tract and issues are proactively addressed.
  • Work with Human Resources, Superintendent, and Project Managers to participate in employee performance reviews and appraisal along with encouraging and developing further training and growth of crew members.
  • Provide management with feedback regarding design, planning, material, equipment, personnel, etc.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Superintendent and / or Project Manager.


Requirements:

  • five years related experience in civil construction.
  • Experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining heavy construction equipment is required.
  • Knowledge of safety and OSHA regulations is required.
  • A high school diploma or its equivalent is required.
  • Clean Motor Vehicle Record.
  • NPDES certified stormwater inspector
  • Knowledge of silt fence installation and maintenance.


RIPA provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


RIPA complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and reasonable accommodation in every location in which the Company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and all other employment practices.

Company Description RIPA & Associates is a civil and utility construction company headquartered in Tampa, Florida. We specialize in a wide range of projects, including commercial, multifamily, residential, and public sector developments throughout Central Florida. Since our establishment in 1998 by Frank Ripa, we have consistently ranked among the Top 100 Private Companies in the Tampa Bay area. Company Description RIPA & Associates is a civil and utility construction company headquartered in Tampa, Florida. We specialize in a wide range of projects, including commercial, multifamily, residential, and public sector developments throughout Central Florida. Since our establishment in 1998 by Frank Ripa, we have consistently ranked among the Top 100 Private Companies in the Tampa Bay area.