Grade Foreman

About the role

The Grade Foreman plays a crucial role in ensuring the successful completion of heavy highway and civil construction projects. This position involves supervising daily field operations, leading crews, and maintaining a safety-first culture.

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.
• Works 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.

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.
• Able 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.
• A 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.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Proficiency with construction tools and equipment.

Benefits

• Total Rewards: Includes hourly wage, project-based pay, and benefits such as health & welfare, retirement, and mental health benefits.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: Ames Construction is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.