Grading/Pipe Foreman (Missoula)

Williams Plumbing / Williams Civil Construction; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 52,348 - 60,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Pet Insurance

Referral bonuses

Williams Academy training

Job summary

Williams Civil Construction in Missoula, Montana, seeks an experienced Grading/Pipe Foreman to lead field crews on civil projects. You will ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while coordinating equipment, schedules, and materials on site.

Ideal candidates bring heavy civil construction experience, crew leadership, blueprint reading, and ability to interpret grades with lasers. CDL preferred, with opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy civil construction with equipment operation (excavators, loaders, dozers, backhoes).
• Foreman or crew lead on utility or grading projects with proven production and crew management.
• Ability to read blueprints, set grade with lasers/levels, estimate material needs.
• Strong leadership, communication, safety-focused supervision in fast-paced field environments.
• CDL preferred (or willing to obtain) and capable of light equipment repairs.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily field crew operations.
• Coordinate schedules, equipment, and materials.
• Ensure safety, quality, and site efficiency.
• Communicate with project managers and inspectors.

Skills

Heavy civil construction

Foreman / crew lead

Blueprint reading

Team leadership

Safety supervision

CDL preferred

Tools

Excavators

Loaders

Dozers

Backhoes

Job description

Williams Civil Construction in Missoula Montana is looking for an experienced and motivated Grading/Pipe Foreman to lead and manage field crews on a variety of civil construction projects. This role requires hands‑on leadership, a strong understanding of underground utilities or grading operations, and the ability to deliver quality work while maintaining safety, productivity, and team morale.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and direct daily work of field crews
• Coordinate schedules, equipment, and materials
• Ensure safety, quality, and efficiency on site
• Communicate with project managers and inspectors

What You Bring

• Experience in heavy civil construction with strong equipment operation skills (excavators, loaders, dozers, backhoes)
• Experience as a foreman or crew lead on utility or grading projects, with a solid track record of managing production and crew performance
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, set grade using lasers/levels, and estimate material, tool, and equipment needs
• Strong leadership, communication, and safety‑focused supervision skills in fast‑paced field environments
• CDL preferred (or willing to obtain) and capable of performing light repairs and field adjustments to equipment as needed

What Williams Civil Construction Offers

• Competitive Wage ($38 – $44/hour)
• Medical Insurance
  • 3 affordable plans with HSA and FSA options available
  • HSA Employer Contribution of $600/$1,200 (Individual/Family) if selecting the HDHP HSA plan
  • Telemedicine
• Dental & Vision
• Employer 401(k) match up to 8% (based on company profitability)
• Paid Time Off and 6 Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Accident, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Referral Bonuses
• Williams Academy: In‑person training events, access to over 60 online courses, ongoing professional development opportunities
• Co‑workers committed to teamwork, individual responsibility, and success
• Company Events (Archery Tournament, Golf Tournament, Party in the Pit, and more!)
• Opportunity to live and play in the “Last Best Place”

About Williams

Williams is the Northwest's leading specialty civil contractor. From federal to state to private contracts, we do what we do best: we build Montana. Hospitals. Schools. Roads. Housing. We’ve laid 400 miles of pipe and counting. We're agile enough for fast‑paced construction schedules, strong enough to move mountains. We take pride in our crews. We work together. Mud, rain, or snow, we get the job done.

Located in beautiful Missoula, Montana, outdoor adventures surround us. There’s no better place to live. Together, we build and play in Montana.