Playground/Recreation Construction Foreman

Versasport LLC; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Lifestyle Spending Account

Paid time off

Job summary

Versasport in Wichita, KS is seeking an experienced Construction Foreman to lead crews installing commercial playgrounds, surfacing, shade structures, and other outdoor recreation projects. You will be a hands-on leader with strong grading and layout skills, coordinating daily field work and ensuring safety and quality.

Based in Wichita with travel of about 25% (25% travel required), you will supervise site preparation, operate equipment, read blueprints, and manage schedules and materials.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial playground installation or related construction experience preferred.
• Strong experience with grading, elevations, slopes, and site layout is essential.
• Proficient in operating heavy equipment and reading construction plans.
• Experience leading construction crews and managing job sites.
• GPS layout equipment experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews and oversee daily construction activities.
• Perform site grading, elevation setting, drainage slopes, and site preparation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, site plans, and grading specifications.
• Operate heavy equipment, including skid steers and mini excavators.
• Oversee playground equipment, surfacing, and shade structure installations.
• Manage project schedules, materials, quality, and job site safety.
• Communicate professionally with customers and project managers.

Skills

Site grading

Elevations

Layout

Reading blueprints

OSHA safety practices

GPS layout experience

Tools

Skid steers

Mini excavators

Job description

Versasport is seeking an experienced Construction Foreman to lead crews installing commercial playgrounds, recreational surfacing, shade structures, and other outdoor recreation projects.

We are looking for a hands-on leader with strong technical skills, particularly in site grading, setting elevations, slope management, and precise construction layout.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead crews and oversee daily construction activities.
• Perform and supervise site grading, elevation setting, drainage slopes, and site preparation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, site plans, and grading specifications.
• Operate heavy equipment, including skid steers and mini excavators.
• Oversee playground equipment, surfacing, and shade structure installations.
• Manage project schedules, materials, quality, and job site safety.
• Communicate professionally with customers and project managers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial playground installation or related construction experience preferred.
• Strong experience with grading, elevations, slopes, and site layout is essential.
• Proficient in operating heavy equipment and reading construction plans.
• Experience leading construction crews and managing job sites.
• GPS layout equipment experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety practices.

Travel & Benefits

• Based in Wichita, KS.
• Approximately 15–20 weeks of travel annually, Monday–Friday, with weekends at home.
• Company-paid lodging and daily meal allowance.
• Additional compensation for overnight travel.
• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Paid time off

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)