General Foreman (Heavy Civil/Highway Construction)

PJ Dick-Trumbull-Lindy Paving; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Paid vacation & holidays

401k with company match

Annual performance bonus & profit分享

Per diem and lodging negotiable

Job summary

Trumbull Corporation in Arlington, VA, seeks a General Foreman to lead crews on the Long Bridge South project. This hands-on role supervises daily production, safety, and plan execution to meet contract specs.

Strong leadership and communication are essential for coordinating with the Superintendent and field teams. The position requires 2+ years of highway foreman experience, DOT plan interpretation, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of foreman experience on highway/roadway projects.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and DOT specs.
• Strong communication and supervisory skills.
• Willing to travel and work varied shifts.
• Proven adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead crew with a clear plan to complete work safely and efficiently.
• Read, interpret, and follow plans, specifications, and work plans.
• Coordinate with the Superintendent on material and equipment delivery.
• Direct daily production and supervise crews to meet contract specs.
• Maintain safety documentation and site cleanliness.
• Coordinate with other foremen and project staff on overlapping work.

Skills

Foreman leadership

Reading plans & specs

Scheduling manpower & equipment

Communication with owners/inspectors

Safety focus

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

General Foreman

Trumbull Corporation - Arlington, VA (Long Bridge South Project)

Job Type: Full-time

Trumbull Corporation is hiring a General Foreman to lead crews on the Long Bridge South project in Arlington, VA, a high-profile Design-Build rail infrastructure project over the Potomac River connecting Arlington and Washington, D.C. that offers a unique and challenging career-building opportunity.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for maintaining a safe, efficient, and productive job site - setting the pace, communicating the plan, and ensuring crews have what they need to safely and efficiently complete the work. The Foreman also determines project scope and set-up requirements (traffic control, equipment, trucks, materials) and oversees daily production and crew supervision to ensure work meets contract specifications.

Why Trumbull?

• Industry Leader: Consistently ranked a Top 100 Builder nationally by Engineering News-Record - you'll work for a company that builds at scale and has the reputation to prove it.
• Proven Track Record: Building major infrastructure across the Mid-Atlantic region since 1979. Over four decades of highway and heavy civil work means stable projects, strong relationships, and work you can be proud of.
• People First: We invest in our team through strong mentorship, growth opportunities, and an unwavering commitment to safety and excellence. Voted one of Pittsburgh's Best Places to Work multiple times as part of the PJ Dick-Trumbull-Lindy Group family of companies.
• Outstanding Benefits and Compensation: Includes medical, dental & vision, paid vacation and holidays, 401k with company match, annual performance bonus AND profit sharing. Per diem and lodging negotiable.

Typical Duties:

• Lead crew with a clear plan to complete work safely, efficiently, and per production goals
• Read, interpret, and follow plans, specifications, and work plans
• Assist in developing construction work plans
• Coordinate with the Superintendent on material and equipment delivery
• Complete field paperwork and maintain daily cost/budget communication with project staff
• Collect material delivery tickets and turn in documentation daily
• Lead and direct crew with clear, professional, respectful communication
• Identify changed conditions or out-of-scope work and notify Superintendent/Project Engineering before proceeding
• Maintain crew productivity and motivation through challenges
• Take responsibility for crew safety; stop work if conditions are unsafe
• Complete required safety documentation (snapshots, safety talks, equipment inspections)
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and ready for planned work
• Coordinate with other Foremen/crews on overlapping work
• Record and submit daily quantities; reconcile with owner reps as needed
• Coordinate with Quality Control Manager/Project Engineer on QC compliance
• Determine traffic control requirements
• Determine plant production requirements

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of foreman experience on highway/roadway construction projects
• Experience with project layout/set-up and scheduling manpower, equipment, and materials
• Knowledge of subgrade preparation, milling, and paving
• Strong decision-making, supervisory, scheduling, and delegation skills
• Ability to read and follow plans and DOT specifications
• Daily computer skills (electronic timecards, digital plans/memos, email)
• Professional work ethic and strong communication skills with owners, inspectors, and subcontractors
• Willing to travel, work various shifts, and follow all company safety policies

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PJ Dick-Trumbull-The Lindy Group strives to create a diverse, safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment in which all teams can excel.

We are an Equal Opportunity and VEVRAA Federal Contracting Employer and welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates, including covered veterans, minorities, females, and people with disabilities. Our policy is clear: We do not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by law.

To view our EEO policy, click here; to view our Section 503 and VEVRAA affirmative policy, click here.

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