Lead Grade Foreman – Civil Construction

T E C Industrial Inc; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with generous match

Profit sharing

Job summary

J.C. Wilkie Construction in Lexington, SC, is seeking a Grade Foreman to lead grading operations on construction sites, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to project specs.

This role manages crew members, operates heavy equipment as needed, and coordinates with supervisors to keep projects on schedule. The candidate will guide daily tasks, train new staff, read plans, perform site grading, and maintain quality through proper techniques and equipment use.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in grading, earthwork, or civil construction.
• Prior leadership or foreman experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of grading techniques, soil types, and compaction requirements.
• Ability to read blueprints, grade stakes, and laser levels.
• Proficient in operating heavy equipment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license; clean motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise, and motivate grade crew members to ensure productivity and quality.
• Assign daily tasks and monitor progress throughout the workday.
• Train new employees on proper grading techniques, safety procedures, and equipment use.
• Oversee site grading, excavation, backfilling, and compaction activities.
• Read and interpret construction plans, grade stakes, and elevations.
• Operate heavy equipment when needed and perform basic equipment inspections.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Leadership

Blueprint reading

GPS grading

Communication

Safety compliance

Tools

GPS equipment

Job description

J.C. Wilkie Construction in Lexington, SC, is seeking a Grade Foreman to lead grading operations on construction sites, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to project specs.

This role manages crew members, operates heavy equipment as needed, and coordinates with supervisors to keep projects on schedule. The candidate will guide daily tasks, train new staff, read plans, perform site grading, and maintain quality through proper techniques and equipment use.