Grading Foreman

Overview

Supervises crew and subcontractors for earthwork and grading projects.

Key Responsibilities

• safety monitoring
• crew scheduling
• documentation
• safety meetings
• training mentorship
• incident reporting

Tasks

-Monitor job site and crew safety to ensure work is being completed in compliance with project specification and safety standards. -Participate in training and other forms of development to strengthen technical, safety and other skills. -Actively inspect work site for potential health and safety hazards. -Collaborate with Superintendent and/or Project management team to schedule materials, equipment, and work for the crew. -Train and mentor crew members to enhance their skills and knowledge. -Lead daily communication and safety meetings with crew regarding expectations, changes, and other information. -Support employee counseling and performance appraisals. -Timely address safety and other job site concerns and issues with employees. -Complete required documentation and reports including but not limited to, crew timecards, daily reports, logs, incident reports and safety documentation. -Enforce and comply with all Company safety policies, procedures, and practices. -Maintain safe work environment that complies with OSHA standards and safety standards. -Communicate with project management team regarding any delays, changes and/or emergencies at the job sites.

Requirements

• foreman
• microsoft office
• trimble
• heavy equipment
• high school
• bilingual

What You Bring

-Two (2) years of experience functioning as a Foreman/Supervisor and or Lead-level. -Skills in basic computing and email (knowledge of Microsoft Office a plus). -Strong communication and interpersonal skills (Bilingual a plus). -Ability to work cooperatively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment. -Ability to motivate employees and lead by example. -High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience -Ability to work well under pressure and within project timelines. -Ability to work in safety sensitive construction zones around large machinery and heavy equipment. -Knowledgeable in GPS grading and survey equipment (Trimble), preferred. -Heavy Civil Construction experience, preferred. -Experience on all types of heavy equipment for moving dirt and performing site work, preferred. -Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others. -Ability to work in constant exposure to outside elements, in all weather conditions. -Ability to read and understand blueprint and construction plans, preferred. -Five (5) years of experience in site development and earthwork construction, preferred. -Ability to work in a team setting. -Ability to work, day, swing, and night shifts (occasionally extended hours). -Knowledgeable in the areas of dirt work, including but not limited to clearing, excavation, embankment, grading, demolition, surveying, and finish grading.

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About Granite Construction

-Operates as a nationwide leader in construction and infrastructure. -Tackles major transportation, water, and commercial projects with a rich history in shaping vital infrastructure. -Delivers projects that span highways, bridges, tunnels, and water systems, transforming landscapes and cities. -Specializes in both heavy civil and commercial construction, providing integrated services from design to completion. -Known for managing complex, high-impact projects, often taking on the toughest challenges in the construction industry. -Financially stable and performs well in both private and public sectors, backed by decades of experience. -Projects contribute to significant U.S. infrastructure advancements, including major transit upgrades and water conservation initiatives.

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