Project Foreman

IsoTalent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,216 - 53,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation: $35–$39/hour

Up to 12 hours a day for overtime pay

Year-end performance bonus potential

Health and dental benefits can be negotiated

401k can be negotiated

Paid Time Off can be negotiated

Job summary

A construction staffing firm is seeking an experienced Sitework Project Leader for a hands-on role in New York. The successful candidate will lead sitework crews, ensuring efficient operations on heavy civil projects. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment and maintaining compliance with safety standards. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience in similar roles, strong leadership skills, and the ability to read site drawings. The position offers competitive compensation and potential overtime pay.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience leading sitework crews in heavy civil or excavation projects.
• 2+ years of experience operating and maintaining an excavator and bulldozer.
• Ability to read and interpret civil site drawings or blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew in completing full-scope sitework projects.
• Operate and instruct others on equipment such as loaders and excavators.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and safety standards.
• Maintain jobsite organization including tools and paperwork.
• Submit accurate and timely reports.

Skills

Leadership

Heavy equipment operation

Communication skills

Organization

Problem-solving

Tools

GPS

Excavator

Bulldozer

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced Sitework Project Leader to join their sitework team in an onsite leadership role. Do you have a strong background operating heavy equipment and leading crews in underground utilities, grading, and site development? Are you organized, proactive, and passionate about making job sites run smoothly and efficiently? Do you enjoy mentoring and teaching others while delivering high-quality results on time? If yes, this may be the perfect Sitework Project Leader position for you. Keep scrolling to see what this company has to offer.

The Perks!

• Compensation: $35–$39/hour, depending on experience
• Up to 12 hours a day for overtime pay
• Year-end performance bonus potential
• Health and dental benefits can be negotiated
• 401k can be negotiated
• Paid Time Off can be negotiated

A Day in the Life of the Sitework Project Leader

As a Sitework Project Leader, you’ll be on the front lines making sure crews are running efficiently and safely while hitting quality and production goals. You'll operate heavy equipment, plan ahead for project needs, communicate across teams, and play a key role in delivering successful outcomes on every job.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead a crew in completing full-scope sitework projects
• Operate and instruct others on equipment such as loaders, skid steers, excavators, dozers, and haul trucks
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and Schreiber safety standards
• Interpret project drawings and scope, and ensure work aligns with production and quality targets
• Set up, troubleshoot, and teach the use of GPS, laser, and pipe laser equipment
• Maintain jobsite organization including tools, paperwork, and materials
• Communicate with superintendents, project managers, subcontractors, and inspectors
• Submit accurate and timely reports (T&Ms, change orders, production logs, timecards, etc.)
• Make sound decisions based on cost, timelines, and team input
• Plan ahead for materials, manpower, and workflow

Requirements and Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience leading sitework crews in heavy civil or excavation projects
• 2+ years of commercial site work projects experience, installing sanitary sewer, storm drainage, water line, etc.
• 2+ years of experience operating and maintaining an excavator and bulldozer
• 2+ years of experience with GPS (for machine control) or laser setup for excavation
• Ability to read and interpret civil site drawings or blueprints
• Strong organization and communication skills
• Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented, and team‑focused
• Ability to use iPads or tablets for timecards, production tracking, or viewing plans
• Strong leadership skills and a proactive approach to problem‑solving

About the Hiring Company:

Our client is a trusted name in the construction industry, known for delivering high-quality sitework and excavation services. Their team is built on values of teamwork, integrity, hard work, and determination, with a culture that believes in getting the job done right while having fun along the way.

Come Join Our Sitework Team!