Foreman - Grade Operator

Prince; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince is seeking a Grade Operator Foreman to lead daily grading operations on heavy highway and infrastructure projects in a field environment. You will supervise crews, coordinate workforce and equipment, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

The role requires experience in grading, reading plans and specifications, and strong leadership. You will oversee field operations, mentor crew members, and maintain thorough project documentation while supporting cost control efforts on

Qualifications

• Experience supervising field crews in heavy highway, grading, or earthwork construction.
• Strong scheduling, planning, and production management abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, grades, elevations, and drawings.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise daily grading operations and field crews to meet project objectives and production schedules.
• Plan, assign, and coordinate workforce, equipment, and materials for efficient execution.
• Promote a safe work environment by enforcing safety policies and jobsite requirements.
• Review grading plans and project requirements to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Coordinate grading activities with project management, survey personnel, and subcontractors.
• Monitor operations to comply with specifications, quality standards, and schedules.
• Identify schedule needs, resolve conflicts, and communicate project concerns to leadership.
• Maintain project documentation: reports, material records, and time reporting.
• Support cost control by monitoring resources and productivity.
• Train and mentor crew members in grading practices and safe procedures.
• Operate graders and related equipment as needed to support operations.

Skills

Leadership

Planning & scheduling

Reading plans

Communication

Driver's license

Job description

The Grade Operator Foreman is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising daily grading operations in a heavy highway and infrastructure construction environment. This position provides leadership to grading crews, coordinates workforce and equipment needs, ensures compliance with safety and quality standards, and supports successful completion of project schedules and production goals. The Grader Operator Foreman exercises independent judgment in directing field operations, resolving issues, and managing crew performance.

Job Description

• Direct and supervise daily grading operations and field crews to meet project objectives and production schedules.
• Plan, assign, and coordinate workforce, equipment, and materials to ensure efficient project execution.
• Promote a safe work environment by ensuring compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and jobsite requirements.
• Review grading plans, specifications, elevations, and project requirements to ensure work is completed accurately and efficiently.
• Coordinate grading activities with project management, survey personnel, subcontractors, and other trades.
• Monitor grading operations to ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and schedule requirements.
• Identify schedule needs, resolve conflicts, and communicate project concerns to appropriate leadership.
• Maintain required project documentation, including reports, material records, equipment utilization, and employee time reporting.
• Support cost control efforts by monitoring resources, productivity, and efficient use of labor, equipment, and materials.
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members in proper grading practices, equipment operation, and safe work procedures.
• Operate graders and related equipment as necessary to support grading operations and ensure work is completed according to project specifications.
• Ensure assigned equipment is properly inspected, maintained, and operated safely.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience in heavy highway, roadway, grading, or earthwork construction.
• Previous supervisory or crew leadership experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of grading operations, grade control practices, roadway construction, and earthwork activities.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, grades, elevations, and construction drawings.
• Strong knowledge of scheduling, planning, and production management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively lead, motivate, and direct field personnel.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat and rain.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and climb throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 60 pounds as needed.
• Ability to work around heavy equipment, construction traffic, and active jobsites.
• Ability to enter and exit construction equipment multiple times throughout the workday.
• Ability to work extended hours, including occasional weekends, based on project requirements.

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