Construction Foreman (Earthwork)

Ranger Construction Corp.; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ranger Construction Corp. is seeking an Earthwork Foreman to lead field operations on civil sites. This working foreman will supervise heavy equipment crews, plan spatial layouts with GPS and surveying tools, and ensure safety standards are followed to meet production targets.

The role requires 2–5 years in earthworks, including at least 2 years in supervision, and the ability to read complex grading plans. Strong communication and hands-on operability with machinery are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of earthworks or heavy civil construction experience.
• 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Ability to read grading plans and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily field operations for heavy equipment crews.
• Plan layout using GPS, lasers, and surveying tools.
• Lead toolbox talks and ensure OSHA compliance.
• Coordinate equipment movement and material deliveries.
• Submit daily logs and crew timecards.
• Operate equipment hands-on when needed to hit targets.

Skills

Crew supervision

Site planning

Safety enforcement

Production management

Documentation

Hands-on work

GPS machine control

Tools

GPS systems (Trimble)

Laser levels

Job description

An Earthwork Foreman is a field-based leadership role responsible for overseeing excavation, grading, and site preparation on civil construction projects. This “working foreman” position bridges the gap between management and the field, ensuring heavy equipment crews operate safely, efficiently, and according to precise technical specifications

Key Responsibilities

• Crew Supervision: Directing daily field operations for teams of heavy equipment operators and laborers. This includes training, mentoring, and assigning specific tasks based on project priorities.
• Site Planning & Layout: Interpreting blueprints and civil plans to layout line and grade using GPS systems (like Trimble), lasers, and surveying levels.
• Safety Enforcement: Leading daily “toolbox talks” or Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) meetings. Foremen are responsible for OSHA compliance and correcting any unsafe site conditions.
• Production Management: Monitoring project progress against schedules and budgets. They coordinate the movement of machinery (dozers, excavators, rollers) and delivery of materials like gravel or stone.
• Documentation: Submitting daily logs, equipment hour reports, material schedules, and crew timecards.
• Hands-on Work: In many companies, the foreman actively operates heavy machinery alongside their crew to hit production targets.

Core Requirements

• Experience: Typically 2–5 years in earthworks or heavy civil construction, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in operating excavators, loaders, dozers, and graders.
  • Strong understanding of GPS machine control and grade checking.
  • Ability to read complex grading plans and technical drawings.
• Physical Demands: Must be able to lift 50–100 lbs , traverse irregular terrain, and work in extreme weather conditions.
• Certifications: Valid driver’s license with a clean record is standard; OSHA 10 or 30-hour certifications are highly preferred.