Grade Foreman - Halifax, VA

Catoncompanies; Halifax (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Caton Construction Group in Halifax County, Virginia, seeks a Grade Foreman to organize and lead a grading crew on a roadway project. This field role requires coordinating earthwork, setting schedules, and ensuring safety and quality under the supervision of the site superintendent.

You will manage material deliveries, supervise trades, monitor costs, and report progress to managers. Normal hours are Monday to Friday, with some overtime and travel as projects demand; a valid driver's license is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience as construction foreman.
• Diploma in a skilled trade (electrician, carpenter etc.) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead grading crews.
• Plan, organize and supervise schedules and crew.
• Handle material quantities and deliveries.
• Oversee safety, quality, and equipment use.
• Monitor budget and report progress to managers.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Scheduling

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade diploma a plus

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

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Craft Worker Halifax, VA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2143

Salary Range: $29.00 To $36.00 Hourly

Caton Construction Group is growing! Currently seeking a Grade Foreman for our roadway construction project in Halifax County, Virginia.

Summary/Objective

The Grade Foreman is a field position that is responsible to organize and lead a crew to safely and efficiently perform mass earthwork and excavating activities, balancing highway and road construction/reconstruction. The Foreperson works under the general direction of the Superintendent.

Essential Functions

• Coordinating construction work according to priorities and plans.
• Plan, organize and lead grading crew.
• Producing schedules and monitor attendance of crew.
• Allocating general and daily responsibilities.
• Coordinate tasks according to priorities and plans.
• Schedule aggregate material quantities and deliveries. Determine trucking needs and schedule truck.
• Allocate general and daily responsibilities.
• Supervise and train workers and tradespeople.
• Ensure labor and other resources are adequate.
• Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met.
• Supervise the use of machinery and equipment.
• Monitor expenditure and ensure it remains within budget.
• Resolve problems when they arise.
• Report on progress to managers, engineers etc.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Normal days and hours of work are Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. with time provided for lunch, hours may vary. Work may be local or out of town in which case overnight stays are required. This position frequently requires long hours and weekend work.

Travel/ Driving

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Driver's license is required.

Supervisory Responsibility

Assigning work to subordinates, as well as establishing deadlines and modifying work schedules to meet deadlines as needed

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience as construction foreman
• diploma in a skilled trade (electrician, carpenter etc.) a plus.

Why you should apply:

• Excellent working environment
• Working for a company that cares about your success
• Working for a growing company with great benefits!

Employment is conditional on satisfactorily completing all pre-employment requirements including background and drug screen. Starting wages depend skills and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities and females are encouraged to apply.