Dirt Foreman

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. in Arkansas seeks an experienced Foreman to lead a construction crew on diverse heavy civil projects. You will work closely with project managers to deliver on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

You will oversee task assignment, safety training, and resource management, ensure compliance with regulations and company policies, and coordinate with subcontractors and stakeholders to drive efficient on‑site progress.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in construction with leadership experience.
• Strong leadership and team-motivation abilities.
• Excellent communication across diverse audiences.
• Analytical skills to review project data and trends.
• Experience with safety standards and regulations is essential.
• Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a crew, including scheduling and task assignment.
• Ensure work is safe, efficient, and high quality.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• Communicate with project managers to keep projects on schedule and budget.
• Develop relationships with crew and subcontractors on timelines.
• Train crew on safety procedures and best practices.
• Manage resources such as materials and equipment efficiently.
• Identify and resolve issues arising on site.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Some college coursework or vocational training

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Foreman to manage and lead a crew of construction workers on our projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest level of quality. As a key member of our team, the Foreman will work closely with project managers and other stakeholders to ensure that projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a crew of construction workers, including scheduling, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress
• Ensure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest level of quality
• Ensure that all crew members comply with relevant laws, regulations, and safety standards
• Communicate regularly with project managers and other stakeholders to ensure that work is completed on schedule and within budget
• Develop and maintain relationships with crew members and subcontractors to ensure that they are aware of project schedules and deadlines
• Train crew members on safety procedures and best practices
• Manage project resources, including materials and equipment, to ensure that they are used efficiently and effectively
• Identify and resolve issues that arise during construction projects
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework or vocational training preferred
• 5+ years of experience in construction, with experience in a leadership role
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze project data and identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) is all about owning what we do from start to finish. We’re a 100% employee-owned multi-faceted contractor who thrives on delivering complex heavy civil projects by developing innovative infrastructure solutions. Our growing team of employee-owners are experts in grading, excavation, underground utilities, bridge construction, asphalt paving, concrete paving, and pavement preservation. Join the ESS team today!