Grade Foreman (Charleston, SC)

Faulconer Construction Co; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Faulconer Construction Company is seeking a Grade Foreman to supervise the excavation phase of civil projects in Charleston, SC, reporting to the Site Superintendent.

You will lead heavy equipment operators, ensure safety, coordinate with project leadership, and keep work on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years supervising heavy civil grading projects and personnel.
• Current OSHA 30 or greater.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent management and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Open to personal and professional training and development.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, coordinates and directs grader, backhoe, loader and other operators and crew in movement of dirt and materials for roadways or site work.
• Directs and supervises operators in proper and safe operation of maintenance of equipment.
• Ensures timely completion of work within estimated costs while maintaining quality workmanship.
• Works with project leadership to implement construction plans.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

OSHA 30 Certification

Job description

Position Description

A Grade Foreman supervises the excavation phase of a civil construction project and reports to the Site Superintendent.

Job Duties (summary):

• Supervises, coordinates and directs grader, backhoe, loader and other road building operators and/or other site crew personnel in the movement of dirt, trees, rocks and other material in the construction of roadways or site work
• Knowledge and skilled operation of road buidling/site preparation equipment in order to direct and supervise operators in proper and safe operation of maintenance of equipment
• Responsible for timely completion of work assignments within the estimated costs while maintaining the company's reputation for quality workmanship/product
• Work with project leadership to implement construction plans

Position Requirements

• Minimum 5 years supervising heavy civil grading projects and personnel
• Current OSHA 30 or greater
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Excellent management and leadership skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Open to personal and professional training and development

Equal Opportunity Employer

Faulconer Construction Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Thank you for your interest in employment with Faulconer Construction. In addition to a competitive wage and benefit package, we also offer professional development through our Faulconer Academy.