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concrete finisher supervisor
ESCO occupation · 25 essential, 30 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
inspect supplied concrete
plan surface slope
check compatibility of materials
process incoming construction supplies
order construction supplies
advise on construction materials
inspect concrete structures
supervise staff
use measurement instruments
work in a construction team
prevent damage to utility infrastructure
ensure equipment availability
manage health and safety standards
keep records of work progress
liaise with managers
monitor concrete curing process
inspect construction supplies
interpret 2D plans
use safety equipment in construction
interpret 3D plans
follow health and safety procedures in construction
evaluate employees work
ensure compliance with construction project deadline
monitor stock level
plan shifts of employees
Optional & specialised skills
crane load charts
energy performance of buildings
use sander
work ergonomically
calculate needs for construction supplies
plan scaffolding
energy efficiency
pour concrete
screed concrete
follow safety procedures when working at heights
train employees
guide concrete hose
drive mobile heavy construction equipment
negotiate supplier arrangements
construction product regulation
remove concrete forms
provide first aid
types of concrete forms
apply proofing membranes
cost management
manage contracts
apply finish to concrete
answer requests for quotation
place concrete forms
provide technical expertise
operate concrete mixer truck
mix concrete
apply wood finishes
building codes
recruit employees
Other matches: concrete finisher · finishing textile technician · terrazzo setter supervisor · block machine operator · leather finishing operations manager
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.