Grade Foreman - Halifax, VA

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

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent working environment

Great benefits

Job summary

Caton Construction Group is seeking a Grade Foreman for our roadway construction project in Halifax County, Virginia. The role centers on organizing and leading a crew to safely perform mass earthwork and excavating activities, under the supervision of the Superintendent.

The candidate will coordinate grading work, produce schedules, supervise workers, and ensure safety and quality standards are met on site. Travel/local work with some overnight stays may be required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Proven experience as construction foreman

diploma in a skilled trade (electrician, carpenter etc.) a plus

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.