Dirt Foreperson

CRH; Navasota (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental and disability cover

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

Texas Materials, a CRH company, seeks a Dirt Foreman to lead field crews on heavy highway, road, or bridge projects in Texas. You will supervise personnel, interpret blueprints, and manage daily production costs while maintaining Gulf Coast safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years as a foreman, strong communication skills, and the ability to train crew members on safety and equipment. This on-site role emphasizes reliability and teamwork on construction sites.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Foreman experience on heavy highway, road, or bridge projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to supervise crew, read blueprints, and interpret project specs.
• Experience with daily production cost tracking and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct crew to meet production goals.
• Read and interpret blueprints and project specifications.
• Track material quantities and resolve discrepancies with orders.
• Interact with owners, clients, managers, subcontractors, and employees to maintain positive relationships.
• Mentor, educate, and train crew on safety, methods, and equipment.
• Ensure safety through positive reinforcement and disciplinary actions when needed.
• Plan daily and weekly crew activities and report progress.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Bilingual Spanish (Pref)

Safety-minded

Job description

Job ID: 530206

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

Job Summary

The Dirt Foreman is responsible for meeting production goals by effectively managing crew, equipment, and maintaining Gulf Coast safety standards. Determines personnel needs and assigns work to meet established production and schedule requirements. Supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of assigned staff. Complies with and enforces company policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Manage and direct crew to meet production goals.
• Read and interpret blueprints and project specifications.
• Understands daily production costs and production cost reports.
• Track material quantities and resolve discrepancies with orders.
• Interact with owners, clients, managers, subcontractors, and employees and maintain a positive working relationship.
• Execute work plan by effectively managing crew and equipment.
• Manage daily timekeeping logs, equipment logs, as well as complete daily reports and daily diaries.
• Mentor, educate, and train crew on safety, tool usage, construction methods, production goals, and equipment maintenance.
• Use positive reinforcement as a form of discipline as well as to educate, train, enforce company policies, and meet production goals.
• Ensure operation is safe and use disciplinary actions as needed to always maintain safety.
• Report injuries and damages to appropriate personnel. Keep track of assets and take steps to limit vandalism.
• Ensure good housekeeping through use of toolbox talks, safety meetings, etc.
• Planning daily and weekly activities of crew, accurately reporting progress and production, and provide updated schedules.
• Comply with all Gulf Coast safety policies and guidelines.
• Effective earthwork equipment utilization.
• Recruits, interviews, and hires qualified applicants for available positions. Involved in all other personnel actions.
• Climb up and down ladders and scaffolding to gain access to excavations in order to supervise crew.
• Miscellaneous / Other duties as required.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ years of current Foreman experience on heavy highway, road, and/or bridge projects.
• Experience with surveying, shooting grades, ordering materials and scheduling
• Knowledge of rigging, load charts, and soil mechanics.
• Survey knowledge and exposure to technical survey systems such as GPS and robotics.
• Earthwork equipment operation knowledge and the ability to train employees.
• Cement and lime stabilization knowledge and experience.
• Must be capable and licensed to drive a company pick-up or similar vehicle to work sites, offices, and other locations as required to perform job duties.
• Must be physically able to walk on uneven surfaces throughout the construction site and be able to stand and walk multiple hours a day.
• Must be able to prioritize, problem-solve, and have organizational skills; detail-oriented.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Dependable, self-motivated and task-oriented.

What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You

• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

For more information visit: www.crh.com

Texas Materials, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer.