Earthwork Foreman

Yulista Holding, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Safety Program

Equal Opportunity Employment

Accommodation for Disabilities

Job summary

Yulista Holding, LLC is seeking an Earthwork Foreman to supervise and coordinate earthwork operations in Houston, Texas. Responsibilities include directing daily activities, ensuring compliance with project plans, and maintaining safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil construction, with at least five years of experience and three years in a supervisory role.

This position offers the opportunity to work both in office settings and on site, managing excavation and earthwork operations while providing leadership to construction crews.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in the civil construction industry.
• Three years of supervising construction crews.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate earthwork operations.
• Manage daily activities and communicate project updates.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Construction management

Safety compliance

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Project scheduling software

GPS equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Earthwork Foreman is responsible for supervising and coordinating all aspects of earthwork operations, including mass excavation, detailed excavation, grading, site preparation, Topcon and basic GPS setup, and equipment troubleshooting. The foreman oversees construction crews by directing daily activities, reviewing schedules, ensuring work is performed in accordance with project plans and specifications, and planning equipment and resource needs. This position also enforces company policies, procedures, safety standards, and operational expectations.

Essential Functions

• Execute work plans and schedules in accordance with contract requirements, project plans, and specifications.
• Coordinate daily work activities according to project priorities and schedules, adjusting as necessary due to weather conditions, material availability, deliveries, or staffing needs.
• Ensure adequate resources, equipment, and staffing are available to meet project schedules, regulatory requirements, best practices, and safety standards.
• Provide regular project status updates to supervisors, site engineers, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate material and equipment deliveries with vendors and suppliers.
• Create and manage work schedules for crew members and subcontractors.
• Maintain daily jobsite logs and provide reports to management as required.
• Maintain accurate project records, including quantities completed, productivity rates, timesheets, and daily reports.
• Ensure work assignments are completed on schedule and within budgeted cost expectations.
• Monitor crew performance and work progress, making adjustments to plans, schedules, and resources as necessary while communicating changes to project management.
• Assist with skilled trade work and general construction duties as needed to support project completion.
• Ensure adherence to project procedures, quality standards, and standard operating practices among crew members.
• Assist with overseeing project crews by providing leadership and direction, training and developing crew members, promoting positive morale and teamwork, and ensuring safe work practices are consistently followed.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner that reflects the best interests of the Company while on duty or representing the Company.
• Report any incident, situation, or activity that could impact the Company’s ability to operate safely, ethically, or profitably to the Field Civil Superintendent or Site Project Manager.
• Ensure projects are executed safely and in accordance with contract requirements by actively supporting the Company's Health and Safety Program, monitoring site compliance and safety audit results, modifying or suspending work activities as directed by Project Management, and verifying required safety equipment is available and properly utilized.
• Maintain all certifications required by law, regulation, or Company policy.
• Work collaboratively with co‑workers in a respectful, professional, and supportive manner.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and perform duties safely at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Functions

This position supervises and directs excavation and earthwork craft personnel, laborers, equipment operators, and subcontractors.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Advanced knowledge of construction methods, practices, procedures, and field operations; advanced knowledge of construction materials, terminology, and industry best practices; ability to read, interpret, and apply project plans, specifications, and construction documents; strong organizational and leadership skills; strong communication, customer service, and decision‑making skills; effective written communication; ability to work effectively in a team environment; strong time‑management; self‑motivation and work ethic; ability to work productively under pressure; willingness to work a flexible schedule, including overtime; ability to operate a motor vehicle safely.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Five (5) years of experience in the civil construction industry.
• Three (3) years of experience supervising construction crews in a foreman, lead, or similar leadership role.
• Working knowledge of project scheduling, material control, unit man‑hour performance, estimating fundamentals, and job cost management systems preferred.
• Experience managing excavation and earthwork operations preferred.
• OSHA 30‑Hour Construction Safety certification preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license and must be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Company’s Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass a drug, driving, and background screening.

Working Environment

Work is performed both in office settings and at indoor and outdoor construction sites. Employees must be able to adapt to changing schedules, project conditions, and design modifications. Occasional overtime, travel, and immediate field support may be required to meet project demands and operational needs.

Preference Statement

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants, to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO Statement

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

Reasonable Accommodation

The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.