Co-Foreman

Groundworks Operations, LLC; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification program

Boots provided

Tuition reimbursement

PTO and holidays

Employee ownership program

Company benefits package

Job summary

Groundworks Operations, LLC is seeking a Co‑Foreman to advance from an Installer role into site leadership in Michigan. You will work beside an experienced Foreman to learn crew leadership, daily jobsite operations, and uphold safety and quality standards while contributing to customer satisfaction.

In this hands‑on role you will learn to plan, schedule, and coordinate work, mentor a crew of two or more, and help grow into a Foreman position through our industry‑leading certification program and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and motivational skills.
• Experience leading crews or small teams essential.
• Construction or home services background preferred.
• Basic construction knowledge helpful.
• Valid, non-restrictive driver’s license required.
• Ability to access crawl spaces and confined areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist Foreman in leading a high‑performance local crew.
• Plan and assign tasks based on priorities and workforce availability.
• Install products with support from a national team of professionals.
• Track progress to keep projects on time and on budget.
• Ensure safety, quality, and customer satisfaction on site.
• Complete paperwork and on-site documentation accurately.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Team management

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step from skilled Installer to jobsite leader? At Groundworks, North America’s leader in foundation solutions, our Co‑Foreman are driven professionals who are ready to build their skills to grow into a Foreman position. Working side‑by‑side with an experienced Foreman, you’ll learn how to lead crews, manage daily jobsite operations, and uphold our standards for quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. With hands‑on leadership training, industry‑leading certification program, and a clear path to advancement, this role is built for those who want to develop their leadership skills while continuing to do impactful work in the field. The Co‑Foreman is a leader as well as a contributor on our crew and an integral part of our success. The Co‑Foreman coordinates tasks and assignments based on work priority, schedules, objectives, and workforce availability. The Co‑Foreman assists with monitoring the progress of a project and keeping it on track from a time and budgetary standpoint.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists Foreman with leading a high-performance team serving customers in a local market/area
• Reviews job specifications to determine materials, tools, and equipment needed prior to reporting to job site
• Assess conditions of the job once on‑site; set forth plans based on time allotment, tools needed, and order of work – assign duties to your crew for work to be performed
• Install products and services with support of a national team of trained professionals
• Innovate and troubleshoot situations as needed based on requirements to complete the job to meet company standards and timetables
• Provide customers with superior quality and service while onsite performing work
• Ensure all final documentation is done completely/accurately and is given to the proper parties
• Safely, correctly, and efficiently loads and unloads materials, tools, and equipment, and cleans truck
• Safely, correctly, and efficiently performs installation duties according to instructions, methods, standards and timetables provided by the Foreman and Company
• Drives company vehicles in a safe manner and meets all requirements to operate a company vehicle
• Assists in planning, scheduling, and coordinating work, accounting for labor hours and productivity
• Assists in supervising, leading and mentoring a crew of two or more people; leads crew in absence of Foreman
• Communicates with customer before, during and after completion of job, addressing any changes in the job prior to implementing changes
• Completes necessary paperwork, check‑in and check‑out procedures, as needed
• Knowledge of trade specific tools for installations and correct use and care of equipment
• Ability to Lift heavy objects up to 22 kg, and walks and stand for long periods of time
• Performs strenuous labor often under adverse conditions
• Foster a positive team environment by building strong relationships and inspiring mutual trust, professionalism, integrity, and respect
• Adhere to and promote Company workplace policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, the policies related to safety and against bullying, harassment, violence or discrimination in the workplace
• Uphold the Company’s positive image and reputation in the community
• It is an essential function of this job that the employee regularly and reliably reports to work on time each working day
• Perform other duties as necessary or assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience required
• Strong communication skills, ability to motivate, and be a team player
• Experience leading crews or small teams required
• Previous experience working in the construction or home services industry and/or trade work or general labor required
• Basic construction or mechanical knowledge
• Must have a valid, non-restrictive driver’s license
• Enters crawl spaces and other confined areas

Working Conditions

The position lifts heavy objects and/or up to 50 lbs., walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor. The employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; and effectively lifts and carries heavy loads. The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand and arm, two hands) and multi‑limb coordination. It also requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs. The employee must have excellent stamina. Seeing with the ability to read reports, data, statistics and information on computer screens are required.

What We Offer

• Competitive base pay + bonus paid per job
• Best‑in‑class certification program creates path to real career growth
• Tools & transportation to the job site provided
• Free pair of Red Wing Boots provided every year
• Performance opens doors to elite recognition, trips & events
• Annual Tribe Appreciation Tour, holiday & volunteer events
• Upward mobility - we promote from within 80% of the time
• When you win, you own it—our Employee Ownership Program lets you share the upside
• Tuition Reimbursement Program - we invest in your development!
• Work‑life balance - 2 weeks PTO and 6 paid holidays
• US: Affordable and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long & short‑term disability, company‑paid life insurance, 401(k) and company match & paid maternity leave
• Canada: Affordable and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, long & short‑term disability, and company paid life insurance
• The anticipated salary range is the expected hiring range for this role in Michigan is $16.61 - $19.54
• Final compensation will be based on an evaluation of each candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated capabilities, and work location.

We take pride in our exceptional growth—because it means that we’ve built our company and solutions on a rock‑solid foundation. Every day, every employee has the opportunity to play an impactful role in changing an industry, setting a new standard, and delivering solutions that our customers love. True to our values, we've done the right things from the beginning, setting the stage for an even brighter future. Join us as we charge ahead!