Dirt Foreman

Heicivil; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HEI Civil is seeking an experienced Dirt Foreman in Waco, TX to lead earthwork crews and oversee site preparation, grading, and related road and utility work. You will plan assignments, monitor progress, ensure safety, and coordinate with project leaders to meet schedule targets.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of heavy civil construction experience leading field crews, with proven ability to read drawings and manage daily field reports and labor resources.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Three to five years of heavy civil construction experience, including leading field crews.
• Experience managing earthwork, grading, or site development projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise crews performing excavation, grading, site preparation, road construction, utility installation, and other heavy civil construction activities.
• Coordinate daily work assignments and communicate project expectations with crew members and project leadership.
• Plan and schedule labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors to support project timelines.
• Conduct daily job site inspections and complete required project documentation, including equipment reports and other field records.
• Monitor project progress and help identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with superintendents, project managers, subcontractors, and other departments to support successful project execution.
• Mentor, train, and develop crew members while promoting teamwork and professional growth.
• Maintain accurate records for employee time, equipment usage, and daily production.
• Communicate project updates, operational concerns, and resource needs to project leadership.
• Support company safety programs and encourage safe work practices throughout the job site.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project operations.

Skills

Earthwork Foreman experience

Leadership

Reading construction drawings

Communication

OSHA 30 certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to make a lasting mark on future generations and the communities they call home? Search no further, HEI has been an unrivaled contracting leader for over 50 years, with operations in Arizona, the Carolinas, Colorado, and Texas.

As a top heavy civil construction company, we are dedicated to transforming landscapes across these regions, and we want you to join our team. With a relentless focus on safety, people, quality, and production, we tackle diverse projects that range from roadways and bridges to water infrastructure and environmental restoration.

Our team is comprised of highly skilled individuals, just like you, who are ready to put their best boot forward. Get ready to unearth your true potential and dig into the exciting world of HEI Civil!

We are seeking an experienced Dirt Foreman to join our team in Waco, TX. The ideal candidate will provide day-to-day leadership for earthwork operations while helping ensure projects are completed efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with company and project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise crews performing excavation, grading, site preparation, road construction, utility installation, and other heavy civil construction activities.
• Coordinate daily work assignments and communicate project expectations with crew members and project leadership.
• Plan and schedule labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors to support project timelines.
• Conduct daily job site inspections and complete required project documentation, including equipment reports and other field records.
• Monitor project progress and help identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with superintendents, project managers, subcontractors, and other departments to support successful project execution.
• Mentor, train, and develop crew members while promoting teamwork and professional growth.
• Maintain accurate records for employee time, equipment usage, and daily production.
• Communicate project updates, operational concerns, and resource needs to project leadership.
• Support company safety programs and encourage safe work practices throughout the job site.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Previous experience as an Earthwork Foreman, Grading Foreman, Dirt Foreman, or in a similar leadership role within heavy civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of excavation, grading, site development, underground utilities, and roadway construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and grade information.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across field and office teams.
• Experience completing daily field reports, production tracking, and project documentation.
• OSHA 30 certification is preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Three to five years of heavy civil construction experience, including experience leading field crews.
• Experience managing earthwork, grading, or site development projects is preferred.