Foreman – Auger Foundations & Heavy Civil Construction

Continental Heavy Civil; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401(k) Match Program

Career Growth Opportunities

Travel Opportunities

Job summary

Continental Heavy Civil is seeking a Foreman in the Sarasota, FL area to oversee auger foundation operations and heavy civil construction. The candidate will lead field crews, coordinate equipment and suppliers, and ensure safety and schedule adherence on projects in Florida.

The role requires experience in auger foundations, plus strong leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills to handle day-to-day field challenges and maintain quality standards on site.

Qualifications

• Must have 3–5 years of experience in heavy civil construction.
• Experience managing auger foundation work (drilled shafts, auger cast piles, or similar) is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of heavy equipment, construction sequencing, and field operations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all field operations to ensure safety, schedule, and project specs are met.
• Supervise auger foundation work and related deep foundation activities.
• Coordinate daily activities of field personnel, operators, and suppliers.
• Assess staffing and equipment needs and communicate with the Project Manager.
• Provide technical guidance on methods, sequencing, and equipment to maximize productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Reading plans

Safety regulations

Job description

Foreman – Auger Foundations & Heavy Civil Construction

Charlotte / Sarasota County, FL

Continental Heavy Civil Corp is seeking an experienced Foreman to oversee heavy civil construction projects in the Sarasota, FL area, with a strong emphasis on auger foundation operations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with the ability to lead field operations, coordinate crews, and solve both routine and complex construction challenges while ensuring projects remain on schedule. This position is based locally in the Collier County, FL area.

Basic Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of field operations to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with project specifications.
• Manage and supervise auger foundation work, including drilled shafts, auger cast piles, and other deep foundation operations.
• Coordinate daily activities of field personnel, equipment operators, and suppliers.
• Assess labor and equipment requirements and communicate staffing needs to the Project Manager.
• Provide technical guidance by recommending construction methods, sequencing, and equipment to maximize productivity and minimize delays.
• Monitor production, quality control, and compliance with project specifications during auger foundation installation.
• Ensure all onsite personnel follow company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain accurate daily reports documenting manpower, equipment, production, weather conditions, and project progress.
• Identify and proactively resolve field issues to maintain project schedules and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in heavy civil construction.
• Experience managing auger foundation work, including drilled shafts, auger cast piles, or similar deep foundation systems, is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of heavy equipment, construction sequencing, and field operations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and project schedules.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations and their application to construction projects.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and supervisory skills.
• Must be able to work outdoors on various terrain in a wide range of weather conditions.
• FDOT experience is preferred.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather and marine conditions.
• Approximately 60% field work and 40% office/computer-based work.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Ability to work near or over water while utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to perform work requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
• Willingness to travel to project sites throughout Florida and work overtime as project schedules require.

Company Website

www.chcivil.com

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• 401(k) Match Program
• Opportunities for Career Growth
• Competitive Pay * Company Offered Insurance / Dental Plans * 401k Match Program * Opportunities to Travel * Exciting Newsworthy Projects * Many Other Benefits

CHC IS A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and Participates in the E-Verify Program