Shuttering Foreman

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

Formwork & Shuttering Execution

• Supervise erection, alignment, leveling, and dismantling of shuttering/formwork systems.
• Execute slab, beam, column, wall, staircase, and foundation shuttering as per approved drawings.
• Ensure proper supports, bracing, staging, and stability before concreting.
• Verify dimensions, line, level, and plumb before concrete pouring.
• Monitor stripping and reuse of formwork materials as per approved procedures.

Manpower Management

• Lead and supervise shuttering carpenters, helpers, and labor teams.
• Allocate daily work targets and monitor productivity.
• Ensure optimum utilization of manpower and resources.
• Train workers on correct formwork practices and safety requirements.

Coordination & Planning

• Coordinate with steel foremen, concrete supervisors, survey teams, and engineers.
• Ensure formwork readiness as per casting schedules.
• Participate in daily planning and progress review meetings.
• Resolve site execution issues affecting productivity and quality.

Quality Control

• Inspect shuttering before engineer/QA-QC inspection.
• Ensure proper alignment, dimensions, levels, and surface finish requirements.
• Prevent leakage, bulging, misalignment, honeycombing, and dimensional deviations.
• Ensure compliance with approved drawings and project specifications.

Safety & Compliance

• Conduct toolbox talks and enforce PPE usage.
• Ensure safe erection and dismantling of formwork.
• Identify unsafe conditions and implement corrective measures.
• Maintain housekeeping and safe work environments.

Material & Equipment Management

• Monitor consumption and availability of plywood, aluminum panels, props, clamps, tie rods, and accessories.
• Minimize material wastage and damage.
• Maintain records of material usage and inventory.
• Ensure proper storage and maintenance of shuttering materials.

Qualifications

• ITI / Diploma in Civil Engineering preferred.
• Certification or training in Conventional, Aluminum Formwork, Mivan, or Formwork Systems is an advantage.
• Ability to read structural and formwork drawings.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Shuttering Foreman.
• Experience in high-rise residential, commercial, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Hands-on experience in Conventional Formwork, Aluminum Formwork (Mivan), and RCC structures preferred.

Skills Required

• Formwork system knowledge (Conventional & Aluminum).
• Drawing reading and interpretation.
• Team leadership and manpower handling.
• Quality and safety awareness.
• Planning and coordination skills.
• Problem-solving and productivity management.