Nationwide Utility-Scale Foreman – Heavy Civil Lead

R-2 Contractors; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union Wages & Benefits

PTO / Sick Leave

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus

Job summary

R-2 Contractors is seeking an experienced Utility-Scale Heavy Civil Foreman to lead field crews on earthwork, grading, excavation, and site development for utility-scale projects across the United States. You will coordinate daily work, supervise equipment and subcontractors, and ensure safety and quality on schedule.

The role requires strong leadership, planning skills, and the ability to interpret project documents, with 100% travel to active sites nationwide.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of utility-scale heavy civil or earthwork construction experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Heavy Civil Foreman leading field crews.
• Ability to read and interpret grading plans, project specifications, and construction drawings.
• Ability to lead multiple craft personnel while maintaining productivity, quality, and safety.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work extended hours as project schedules require.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily heavy civil construction activities for utility-scale infrastructure projects.
• Plan daily work assignments and coordinate crews, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and production activities.
• Read and interpret project drawings, specifications, grading plans, and construction documents.
• Coordinate excavation, grading, mass earthwork, drainage installation, erosion control, and site development activities.
• Utilize GPS machine control technology to ensure grading accuracy and project compliance.
• Ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor daily production, manpower, equipment utilization, and project progress.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while promoting a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate with Superintendents, Project Managers, survey crews, inspectors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Identify field issues and proactively communicate solutions before they impact production.
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members while building future field leaders.
• Complete daily reports, production tracking, and required project documentation.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the crew.
• Lead by example while living and reinforcing the R-2 Core Values every day.

Skills

Heavy civil foreman

Earthwork

GPS machine control

Reading drawings

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Safety compliance

Tools

GPS machine control

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

R-2 Contractors is seeking an experienced Utility-Scale Heavy Civil Foreman to lead field crews on earthwork, grading, excavation, and site development for utility-scale projects across the United States. You will coordinate daily work, supervise equipment and subcontractors, and ensure safety and quality on schedule.

The role requires strong leadership, planning skills, and the ability to interpret project documents, with 100% travel to active sites nationwide.