Foreman (Earthwork / Grading)

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction; Beaver (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan - 401K (company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth and Career Advancement

Job summary

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction seeks a Foreman to supervise dirt crews across all phases of construction, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality. The role emphasizes in-field leadership, coordination with equipment operators, and adherence to project specs.

The candidate should bring extensive dirt, grading, and heavy equipment experience, plus a valid driver's license and the ability to work overtime and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years supervising / crew leadership experience
• 8 years dirt and grading work (subgrade treatment, fine grading)
• 8 year overall operating large heavy equipment experience
• 8 years of main roadway / highway construction experience
• High School diploma/GED preferred
• Flexible availability to include overtime and weekends
• Valid Driver's license
• Know how to shoot grade with level and some knowledge of GPS
• Good eye to hand coordination and depth perception
• Experience finding grading with various pieces of equipment

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate grading crew activities, including hands-on equipment operation
• Interpret blueprints, layout work sites, and shoot grades using levels and GPS
• Inspect work for compliance with specs and safety standards
• Optimize production methods and crew efficiency
• Estimate materials, monitor schedules, and adjust workflows to meet deadlines
• Maintain strong knowledge of equipment capabilities and limitations

Job description

Foreman

With over 50 years of delivering complex, high-impact infrastructure and mission critical projects, we bring the experience, resources, and proven execution needed to complete our work safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality.

RLW offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training and employee development to grow your career and thrive under the Ralph L. Wadsworth reputation for excellence. We offer excellent benefits and supply you with the tools needed to maximize your growth and potential.

Benefits Include

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan - 401K, employees will receive a company contribution up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Growth and Career Advancement

Position Description

The Foreman is responsible for providing direct in-field supervision of a dirt crew working on all phases of construction for the company; all other related work as required. The Foreman is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate grading crew activities, including hands-on equipment operation
• Interpret blueprints, layout work sites, and shoot grades using levels and GPS
• Inspect work for compliance with specs and safety standards
• Optimize production methods and crew efficiency
• Estimate materials, monitor schedules, and adjust workflows to meet deadlines
• Maintain strong knowledge of equipment capabilities and limitations

Position Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of supervising / crew leadership experience
• A minimum of 8 years of experience of dirt and grading work (subgrade treatment, fine grading).
• A minimum of 8 year (overall) of operating large heavy equipment experience
• A minimum of 8 years of main roadway / highway construction experience required
• Work Safely
• Be able to carry 70 lbs. or more – frequent cross body movements such as bending, climbing, twisting, balancing, stooping, etc.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Flexible availability to include overtime and weekends.
• Valid Driver's license
• Know how to shoot grade with level an some knowledge of GPS
• Good eye to hand coordination a must. Depth Perception required.
• Experience find grading with various pieces of equipment

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.