Civil Foreman
About the role
The Civil Foreman plays a crucial role in supervising daily field operations and leading crews on heavy highway and civil construction projects. This position ensures work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project plans, specifications, and schedules.
Responsibilities
- Promote and enforce a safety-first culture on all job sites.
- Provide direct, on-site supervision and leadership to assigned crews.
- Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and work requirements.
- Work with project management to assist with scheduling and adjusting daily work activities to meet production goals.
- Manage and oversee excavation activities for assigned crews.
- Understand and apply survey and grade staking.
- Complete daily foreman reports and ensure accurate and timely submission.
- Review, verify, and submit crew timecards on a weekly basis.
- Identify, analyze, and resolve field issues or unforeseen challenges as they arise.
- Communicate effectively with superintendents, project engineers, and other team members to ensure smooth operations.
- Other duties assigned by manager.
Qualifications
- Experience as a foreman or supervisor in the Heavy Highway/Civil Construction industry.
- Working knowledge of OSHA standards and safe construction practices.
- Strong familiarity with heavy equipment operations and construction tools.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Valid Driver’s License required.
- Proficient with power and non-power hand tools and construction equipment.
- Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, crouch, kneel, climb, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
- Positive, team-oriented attitude with strong leadership and motivational skills.
- Strong time-management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
- High attention to detail with the ability to identify and address discrepancies.
Skills
- Leadership and motivational skills.
- Time-management and prioritization skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Safe construction practices.
- Heavy equipment operation.
- Construction tool proficiency.
Benefits
Ames Construction offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Hours are flexible and can vary based on project needs, typically requiring regular attendance at job sites.
Company Information
Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.