Grading Foreman: Highway Construction Site Lead

Branch Builds, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Branch Builds, Inc. is seeking a dependable Grading Foreman to lead grading crews on-site. You will coordinate with Superintendents and Project Managers, manage safety, plan daily activities, and ensure quality and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 5+ years in highway construction, strong communication, and GPS/OSHA knowledge. Travel is limited; expect 50+ hour weeks and on-call duties at project sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Working knowledge of applicable standards, specifications, codes, regulations and laws.
• 5+ years’ experience with highway construction.
• 3+ years’ experience as a Grading Foreman.
• Experienced on all types of heavy equipment for dirt and site projects.
• Knowledgeable in dirt work, including excavation, grade work, surveying and final excavating work.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Experience with Global Positioning System (GPS).
• Must have a valid driver’s license and must meet Branch Group Fleet Policy requirements and maintain “Approved Driver” status.
• Must have excellent communications skills.
• Ability to use good judgement with the ability to be an effective decision maker.
• Must have the ability to get job done with minimal supervision, on time, within budget or better.

Responsibilities

• Ensures crew maintains professional relations with Owner, Engineer, and other members of the team.
• Builds job by plans and specifications as directed by supervisor.
• Prior to commencing work activities, develops and executes an effective plan in cooperation with the Superintendent for his/her area of responsibility and determines the means and methods necessary to meet project goals.
• Assures the proper storage of materials and rented equipment, including regular checks of job for material and equipment inventory.
• Assures the proper operation and maintenance of equipment under their control, including appropriate applications for the respective equipment.
• Preplans and schedules grading activities on a daily basis as required.
• Knowledgeable of inspection requirements and material or equipment requirements.
• Recognizes and immediately reports any requests for extra work.
• Prepares or assists the Superintendent in the preparation of daily reports, work unit quantity reports, equipment reports, and receipt of materials.
• Assures quality control and contract compliance of grading activity under his/her supervision.
• Is in direct charge of safety and accident control for grading crew.
• Participates in safety meetings and the implementation of effective safety programs.
• Cooperates with Corporate Safety managers to ensure OSHA compliance at jobsites.
• Assists in conducting post-incident investigations.
• Identifies and recommends workers for consideration for potential career growth opportunities.
• Responsible for training and development of workers.
• Uses Next day planner to ensure everything needed to perform the work task is available.
• Attends End-Of-Shift Meetings and is prepared to discuss coordination & operation issues.
• Regularly conducts effective Morning Huddles.
• Participates in Weekly Team Meeting and helps develop Weekly Work Plan.
• Promotes work environment that fosters good employee morale with emphasis on mutual respect.

Skills

Communication skills

GPS experience

Decision making

Supervision/leadership

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

GPS hardware

Heavy equipment knowledge

Job description

Branch Builds, Inc. is seeking a dependable Grading Foreman to lead grading crews on-site. You will coordinate with Superintendents and Project Managers, manage safety, plan daily activities, and ensure quality and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 5+ years in highway construction, strong communication, and GPS/OSHA knowledge. Travel is limited; expect 50+ hour weeks and on-call duties at project sites.