Finish Grade Foreman — Lead Grading Crew (Heavy Civil)

McLain Site Solutions; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO after 90 days

Overtime opportunities

Workers' Compensation coverage

Jury duty leave

FMLA for eligible employees

Career advancement opportunities

Stable, year-round employment

Safety-first culture

Job summary

McLain Site Solutions in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an experienced Finish Grade Foreman to lead grading crews on heavy civil construction projects. This role requires operating a motor grader, cutting subgrade, finishing lime rock, and establishing grades using string line and laser levels to meet strict tolerances.

Ideal candidates demonstrate reliable leadership, excellent communication with project managers, and a proven record of safety-first work on active sites with OSHA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years of finish grading experience.
• Previous Foreman or Lead Operator experience.
• Expert motor grader operating skills.
• Proficient using string line, lasers, and grade stakes.
• Ability to read construction plans and grade elevations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead finish grading crews on active construction projects.
• Operate a motor grader to achieve final grades and project tolerances.
• Cut and fine grade subgrade for paving and site development.
• Finish and fine grade lime rock to project specifications.
• Set, maintain, and work from string line, grade stakes, and laser levels.
• Read and interpret construction plans, elevations, and grade sheets.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, and materials to maximize production.
• Verify grades, elevations, slopes, and drainage requirements.
• Communicate with project managers and superintendents regarding project progress.
• Train and mentor equipment operators and laborers.
• Monitor production while controlling labor and equipment costs.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce OSHA and company safety policies.
• Maintain equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.

Skills

Finish grading

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Motor grader operation

Topcon/Trimble/Leica GPS

String line & laser levels

Job description

McLain Site Solutions in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an experienced Finish Grade Foreman to lead grading crews on heavy civil construction projects. This role requires operating a motor grader, cutting subgrade, finishing lime rock, and establishing grades using string line and laser levels to meet strict tolerances.

Ideal candidates demonstrate reliable leadership, excellent communication with project managers, and a proven record of safety-first work on active sites with OSHA guidelines.