Grading Foreman: Lead Earthwork & Safety

Granite Construction; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Granite Construction Tucson is seeking a Grading Foreman to coordinate, direct, and supervise crews and subcontractors on heavy civil projects, including earthmoving, mass earthwork and grading, to ensure safety, quality, and timely completion.

You will work closely with the superintendent to plan materials, equipment, and staff, enforce OSHA standards, mentor crew members, read blueprints, and communicate delays or changes effectively on busy job sites in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience functioning as a Foreman/Supervisor and/or Lead-level.
• Five (5) years of experience in site development and earthwork construction, preferred.
• Experience with heavy civil construction and dirt work, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Superintendent and/or Project management to schedule materials, equipment, and work for the crew.
• Complete required documentation and reports (timecards, daily reports, logs, safety reports).
• Lead daily safety meetings and communicate expectations and changes to the crew.
• Enforce safety policies and train/mentor crew members.
• Address safety concerns promptly and coordinate with project management on delays or emergencies.
• Inspect work site for hazards and maintain OSHA-compliant safety standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Reading blueprints

Bilingual a plus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Trimble GPS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Granite Construction Tucson is seeking a Grading Foreman to coordinate, direct, and supervise crews and subcontractors on heavy civil projects, including earthmoving, mass earthwork and grading, to ensure safety, quality, and timely completion.

You will work closely with the superintendent to plan materials, equipment, and staff, enforce OSHA standards, mentor crew members, read blueprints, and communicate delays or changes effectively on busy job sites in a fast-paced environment.