Construction Foreman – Excavation & Site Work (PIPEWORK EXPERIENCE A MUST)

Woodward Co; Utah; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in excavation and landscaping is hiring a Construction Foreman to manage site work across Utah. This role involves overseeing a field crew, operating heavy equipment, and ensuring project deadlines and specifications are met, all while upholding safety standards. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and offers growth opportunities.

Benefits

Performance bonuses for hitting schedule and quality benchmarks

Opportunity to grow into Superintendent or Project Manager roles

Stable pipeline of projects

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in excavation, utilities, or civil construction.
• 2+ years of heavy equipment operation experience.
• Strong communication skills and technology-minded approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 2–6 person field crew in excavation and site work.
• Read and interpret site plans and coordinate inspections.
• Enforce safety standards and maintain a clean jobsite.

Skills

Communication

Heavy equipment operation

Crew management

Technology-minded

Job description

Construction Foreman – Excavation & Site Work (PIPEWORK EXPERIENCE A MUST)

Location:West Jordan, UT
Pay:$30–$36/hr DOE + performance bonuses
Schedule:Full-time, Monday–Friday with occasional Saturdays

Overview:
Woodward Co. is hiring an experiencedConstruction Foremanto lead excavation, grading, utility, and site prep projects across Utah’s Wasatch Front. You’ll be responsible for managing crew performance, reading plans, operating equipment, and keeping jobs on schedule and on spec.

What You'll Do:

• Lead a 2–6 person field crew through all stages of excavation and site work
• 2+ years of underground utility experience, including mainline
• Read and interpret site plans, grades, and cut/fill schedules
• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, skid steers, dozersand other heavy equipment
• Coordinate inspections, materials, and change orders with ownership and GCs
• Enforce safety standards and maintain a clean, organized jobsite
• Track labor, production, and materials daily

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in excavation, utilities, or civil construction
• 2+ years or heavy equipment operation experience, i.e. excavators, dozers, graders, etc.
• Ability to run crews independently with minimal supervision
• Competence in operating tools & equipment such as laser and GPS systems
• Competence in setting up layouts from plans
• Strong communication skills (field to office and with clients)
• Technology-minded (knows and wants to learn about technology in construction)
• Valid driver’s license (CDL or willingness to obtain is a plus)

Perks:

• Full-time work with a stable pipeline of projects
• Performance bonuses for hitting schedule and quality benchmarks
• Opportunity to grow into Superintendent or Project Manager roles
• Join a team where ownership works alongside the crew and respects the field

About Woodward Co.:

Woodward Co. is a dynamic and forward-thinking company with over three decades of experience in excavation and landscaping. We pride ourselves on our commitment to delivering on our promises consistently. From excavation projects to comprehensive landscaping installations, we utilize cutting-edge equipment and technology to ensure top-notch results every time.