Grade Foreman

Ames Federal Contracting Group; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Federal Contracting Group is seeking an experienced Foreman in the Town of Florida, New York. The role involves supervising a construction crew, managing excavating activities, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years as a foreman/supervisor in heavy civil construction and be familiar with OSHA standards. A valid Driver’s License is required, and a positive attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years as a foreman/supervisor in highway heavy civil construction.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Instill safety as a top priority.
• Provide on-site supervision and direction to crew members.
• Manage all excavating activities for your crew.

Skills

Project supervision

Heavy equipment knowledge

OSHA standards compliance

Time management

Attention to detail

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

This position requires ensuring compliance with CMMC, FAR, and Accounting Standards in all Federal efforts.

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.