Construction Foreman - Lead Civil/Heavy Highway Crew

Knife River - MT; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Foreman Bonuses

Job summary

Knife River Mountain Region in Montana seeks a Foreman to lead daily crew activities on civil construction sites. You will read plans and grade specifications, coordinate with project managers and subcontractors, and ensure safe, efficient completion of tasks.

You will operate or supervise operation of heavy equipment, monitor production reports via HCSS Heavy Job, and uphold safety standards. This role requires flexibility for day, night, and weekend shifts, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 years of construction experience across residential, commercial, and heavy highway projects.
• Valid driver's license; CDL preferred.
• Physical ability to bend, lift, stoop, push/pull, and stand for long periods.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Able to work flexible shifts including days, nights, weekends.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily crew activities to maximize productivity and quality.
• Interpret plans, grades and specs of civil sites.
• Operate heavy equipment: loader, blade, excavator, dozer, skid steer, rollers.
• Maintain safety and prevent unsafe actions.
• Coordinate daily with team, subs, trucking and suppliers.
• Use HCSS HeavyJob to track quantities, production reports and timecards.
• Communicate with project managers, estimators and engineers as needed.

Skills

Plan Reading

Safety Compliance

Team Coordination

Communication

Flexibility

Tools

HCSS Heavy Job

Job description

Knife River Mountain Region in Montana seeks a Foreman to lead daily crew activities on civil construction sites. You will read plans and grade specifications, coordinate with project managers and subcontractors, and ensure safe, efficient completion of tasks.

You will operate or supervise operation of heavy equipment, monitor production reports via HCSS Heavy Job, and uphold safety standards. This role requires flexibility for day, night, and weekend shifts, with competitive benefits.