Earthwork & Grading Foreman (Independence Excavating)

DiGeronimo Companies; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Earthwork & Grading Foreman to lead and manage earthwork projects. This role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring project specifications are met, and maintaining safety standards. With a commitment to quality and community, the company offers a supportive environment and opportunities for career advancement. Join a team that values integrity and performance, and make a positive impact in the construction industry. If you have a passion for civil construction and a drive for excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy civil construction experience required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee earthwork crews and manage project schedules.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and specifications.

Skills

Heavy Civil Construction Experience

Verbal Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Read Grading Plans

GPS Grading Equipment Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

GPS Equipment

Heavy Machinery (Cat 777, D11 Dozers)

Job description

Earthwork & Grading Foreman

Independence Excavating is seeking an Earthwork & Grading Foreman to join our expanding team. This role involves overseeing and executing assigned projects, directing employees' daily tasks, and managing all daily paperwork, including employee and equipment schedules, production tracking, dust logs, safety logs, etc. The position requires experience with technology such as an iPad and/or basic laptop skills.

What do we believe in?

PEOPLE: Provide a safe, family-oriented environment. Commitment to integrity. Protect our most valuable assets.

PERFORMANCE: Always deliver the highest quality. Find solutions. Provide value to our partners.

COMMUNITY: Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it.

A typical day looks like:

• Working with the superintendent to build earthwork crews and develop a plan for site earthwork in coordination with utility crews or other contractors on site.
• Implementing plans to meet project schedule and budget, including setting up cuts and fills, planning haul routes, maintaining haul roads, and working with inspectors to ensure fills meet specifications.
• Rough and fine grading to meet project specifications.
• Recording and tracking production quantities and comparing them to estimated costs to meet or exceed profit margins.
• Scheduling employees and equipment with the superintendent to ensure high utilization rates.
• Communicating with vendors and subcontractors related to earthwork and grading, such as aggregate suppliers or blasting subcontractors.
• Maintaining knowledge of plans, specifications, contractual requirements, and schedules, and communicating progress or issues to the superintendent and project manager.
• Ensuring safety for all on-site personnel by complying with OSHA and company safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Do you have what it takes?

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Five or more years of heavy civil construction experience.
• Strong verbal communication skills for interacting with employees, co-workers, and inspectors.
• Strong organizational skills for managing timekeeping, equipment, quantities, and schedules.
• Strong interpersonal skills to lead, motivate, and maintain a harmonious work environment.
• Ability to read and interpret grading plans, specifications, and geotechnical data.
• Experience with various equipment spreads, from trucks to heavy machinery like Cat 777 and D11 dozers.
• Experience with grade checking using GPS, lasers, stakes, and cut sheets.
• Basic knowledge of forecasting and measuring production rates.
• Basic knowledge of GPS grading equipment.
• Basic understanding of drilling and blasting in earthwork.

Why IX?

• Weekly competitive pay.
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, FSA & HSA, life insurance, disability, wellness programs, paid holidays and PTO, 401(k) with company match, training, and tuition reimbursement.
• Stability and career advancement opportunities.
• Family-owned and operated since 1956.

Who is IX?

With over 65 years of experience, our team excels in heavy civil construction and demolition projects. We combine industry innovations with decades of successful projects, making us a value-added partner from the ground up. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.indexc.com/

Independence Excavating, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.