Grade Foreman

T E C Industrial Inc; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with generous match

Profit sharing

Job summary

J.C. Wilkie Construction in Lexington, SC, is seeking a Grade Foreman to lead grading operations on construction sites, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to project specs.

This role manages crew members, operates heavy equipment as needed, and coordinates with supervisors to keep projects on schedule. The candidate will guide daily tasks, train new staff, read plans, perform site grading, and maintain quality through proper techniques and equipment use.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in grading, earthwork, or civil construction.
• Prior leadership or foreman experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of grading techniques, soil types, and compaction requirements.
• Ability to read blueprints, grade stakes, and laser levels.
• Proficient in operating heavy equipment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license; clean motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise, and motivate grade crew members to ensure productivity and quality.
• Assign daily tasks and monitor progress throughout the workday.
• Train new employees on proper grading techniques, safety procedures, and equipment use.
• Oversee site grading, excavation, backfilling, and compaction activities.
• Read and interpret construction plans, grade stakes, and elevations.
• Operate heavy equipment when needed and perform basic equipment inspections.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Leadership

Blueprint reading

GPS grading

Communication

Safety compliance

Tools

GPS equipment

Job description

• Location 315 Burton Road,Lexington, SC, 29072,United States


• Relocation Expense Covered No


• Employee Type Full Time - Exempt


• Manage Others Yes

Description

Make your impact on South Carolina!

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on your community? At J.C. Wilkie Construction, we’re not just building infrastructure, we’re shaping the future of South Carolina! As a leading, privately owned company specializing in water and sewer installation, storm drainage, and roadway construction, we’re on a thrilling growth trajectory, and we want YOU to be a part of it!

Why choose us? Here are just a few of the incredible benefits that come with being a member of our team:

• Safety First: Your well-being is our top priority.


• Health Coverage: Enjoy 100% employee-paid health insurance—because we care about your health.


• Life Insurance: We’ve got you covered with company-paid life insurance.


• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to recharge and enjoy life.


• Secure Your Future: Our 401(k) plan includes a generous match—100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 2%.


• Profit Sharing: Share in the success of our company!

We can't wait to meet you and share the exciting opportunities that await at J.C. Wilkie Construction. Let’s build something great together!

The Grade Foreman is responsible for leading and coordinating all grading activities on construction sites, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications. This role oversees crew members, operates heavy equipment as needed, and maintains communication with supervisors to keep projects on schedule and within quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Direct, supervise, and motivate grade crew members to ensure productivity and quality.

Assign daily tasks and monitor progress throughout the workday.

Train new employees on proper grading techniques, safety procedures, and equipment use.

Site Preparation & Grading Operations

Oversee and participate in site grading, excavation, backfilling, and compaction activities.

Read and interpret construction plans, grade stakes, and elevations.

Ensure grade tolerances meet project specifications and engineering requirements.

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

Operate heavy equipment such as dozers, graders, excavators, and skid steers when needed.

Perform basic equipment inspections and coordinate maintenance or repairs.

Safety & Compliance

Enforce company safety policies and OSHA regulations on the job site.

Conduct daily safety meetings and ensure crew members use proper PPE.

Identify and mitigate potential hazards.

Communication & Coordination

Communicate effectively with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and inspectors.

Report progress, issues, and material needs promptly.

Coordinate with survey crews to verify grades and layout.

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain daily logs, time sheets, and equipment usage reports

Track material quantities and report shortages or overages.

Qualifications

3–5 years of experience in grading, earthwork, or civil construction.

Prior leadership or foreman experience preferred.

Strong understanding of grading techniques, soil types, and compaction requirements.

Ability to read blueprints, grade stakes, and laser levels.

Proficient in operating heavy equipment.

Strong communication and organizational skills.

Valid driver’s license; Clean Motor Vehicle record required.

Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Requirements

• Must have a valid driver's license with clear driving record.


• Experience in operating heavy equipment.


• Supervisory experience.


• Skills with GPS for grading experience.

Summary

You can shape the infrastructure of our roadways in South Carolina today, let's chat!

J.C. Wilkie Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.