Grade Foreman

Ames Construction, Inc.; Granite Quarry (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Construction, Inc. in Granite Quarry, NC seeks an experienced foreman to supervise and guide field crews on highway heavy civil projects. You will ensure safety, align work with plans, and manage excavating activities while coordinating with stakeholders.

The role requires 5+ years as a foreman/supervisor, travel willingness, OSHA knowledge, and proficiency with survey tools. Valid driver’s license and ability to work outside in all weather conditions are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as foreman/supervisor in highway heavy civil construction
• Willingness to travel
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and practices
• Familiar with heavy equipment
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Ability to work with tools and equipment such as power and non-power tools

Responsibilities

• Instill safety as a top priority
• Provides on-site supervision and direction to crew members
• Familiar with project specifications and ability to understand plans
• Establish and adjust work sequences to meet schedule, using knowledge of capacities of equipment and assigned personnel
• Ensure crew time cards are filled out and submitted weekly
• Fill out daily foreman reports
• Analyze and resolve issues that may arise unexpectedly
• Ability to explain and understands survey and grade staking (Lasers, Transits, and GPS)
• Manage all excavating activities for your crew
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

OSHA standards

Heavy equipment familiarity

Weather resilience

Driver's license

Power and non-power tools

Tools

Survey equipment (Lasers, Transits, GPS)

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Instill Safety as a top priority
• Provides on-site supervision and direction to crew members
• Familiar with project specifications and ability to understand plans
• Establish and adjust work sequences to meet schedule, using knowledge of capacities of equipment and assigned personnel
• Ensure crew time cards are filled out and submitted weekly
• Fill out daily foreman reports
• Analyze and resolve issues that may arise unexpectedly
• Ability to explain and understands survey and grade staking (Lasers, Transits, and GPS)
• Manage all excavating activities for your crew
• Other duties may be assigned.

Experience, Education & Skills

• Minimum of 5 years as a foreman/supervisor in the highway heavy civil construction
• Willingness to travel
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and practices
• Must be familiar with heavy equipment
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Ability to work with tools and equipment such as, power and non-power tools
• Frequently sit, stand, walk, crouch, kneel, climb and periodically lift up to 50lbs
• Positive attitude and possess excellent motivational skills
• Time management, multitasking, and prioritization are crucial
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.