Heavy Equipment Operator (Foreman)

Terraphase Engineering Inc.; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedule

Tuition/licensing reimbursement

Job summary

Terraphase Engineering Inc. seeks a hands-on Environmental Site Foreman to support environmental construction and remediation projects across the region.

This role suits someone with a construction or heavy civil background who enjoys field leadership and problem solving, seeking broader variety and long-term career growth. You will oversee field operations on earthwork, grading, environmental remediation, and construction activities while ensuring safety, efficiency, and budget compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Site Supervisor/Foreman-type role.
• Experience managing projects with budgets of roughly $100,000 or more.
• Experience leading field crews and coordinating daily construction activities.
• Strong understanding of construction plans, grading plans, and field operations.
• Experience operating heavy equipment and using standard office software for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations on environmental and construction projects.
• Supervise field crews of 3 to 5 employees and coordinate subcontractors.
• Interpret construction drawings, grading plans, and project specifications.
• Coordinate equipment, materials, and project logistics.
• Monitor project progress, safety, quality, and production.
• Prepare daily reports, field documentation, and project updates.
• Assist with project budgeting, tracking labor and equipment costs, and reporting project status.
• Travel to project sites throughout the region as needed.

Skills

Field supervision

Team leadership

Budgeting

Excel

Word

Heavy equipment operation

Driver's license

Travel flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Terraphase offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We listen to our clients and focus on their needs. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

Description

Terraphase Engineering is seeking a hands‑on Environmental Site Foreman to support environmental construction and remediation projects throughout the region. This role is ideal for someone with a construction or heavy civil background who enjoys working in the field, leading crews, and solving problems, but is looking for a role with greater variety and long‑term career growth.

You will oversee field operations on projects involving earthwork, grading, environmental remediation, and construction activities while ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and within budget. This position is a key link between project managers, clients, subcontractors, and field crews.

The Role

• Lead daily field operations on environmental and construction projects
• Supervise field crews of 3 to 5 employees and coordinate subcontractors
• Interpret construction drawings, grading plans, and project specifications
• Coordinate equipment, materials, and project logistics
• Monitor project progress, safety, quality, and production
• Prepare daily reports, field documentation, and project updates
• Assist with project budgeting, tracking labor and equipment costs, and reporting project status
• Travel to project sites throughout the region as needed

Who You Are

• 5+ years of experience as a Site Supervisor, Field Superintendent, Foreman, or similar leadership role
• Experience managing projects with budgets of approximately $100,000 or larger
• Experience leading field crews and coordinating daily construction activities
• Strong understanding of construction plans, grading plans, and field operations
• Experience operating heavy equipment
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and Word for reporting and documentation
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel
• Experience towing trucks and trailers

Preferred Qualifications

• Environmental remediation or environmental construction experience
• Experience managing project budgets and understanding project financial terms such as fixed fee, time and materials, utilization, and expenses
• DOT certification or familiarity with DOT regulations
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER or other applicable safety certifications
• CDL is a plus but not required

Who We Are

We are an environmental consulting company that offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

Terraphase was founded with the goal of developing a full‑service engineering and consulting firm that provides high‑quality services to clients with regional and nationwide operations. We are driven by creating valuable work products for our company and clients, and a rewarding environment for our employees. Our staff is comprised of registered professionals in civil engineering, geology, hydrogeology, and geotechnical engineering.

Our unique company culture philosophy of appreciating and recognizing individuals for their work, leadership, and mentoring, while supporting and encouraging a healthy personal and professional lifestyle help to make Terraphase one of the best places to work.

Benefits

Terraphase offers an extensive benefits package including; Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability, a generous 401(k) match, Commuter Benefits, TerraLunches, TerraTalks, Tuition/Licensing/Professional Development Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedule, ongoing company‑sponsored events.

EOE STATEMENT

Terraphase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive & diverse work environment where individual strengths and diverse viewpoints are respected and complement each other to achieve common goals. (EOE M/V/F/D)

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