Grading Foreman

Description

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

Requirements

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

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance