SCDOT Grading Field Manager | DOT-Qualified Leader

Sanders Brothers Construction Co. Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanders Brothers Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Grading Field Manager with SCDOT capabilities to lead field operations across multiple projects.

The role focuses on safety, schedule adherence, and budget control while coordinating with inspectors, engineers, and testing firms. Applicants should have 10+ years in infrastructure construction, 5+ years managing SCDOT projects, and an ability to read plans and program GPS equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 10+ years infrastructure experience preferred.
• 5+ years managing SCDOT projects and leading field teams.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and provisions for DOT projects.
• Capability to program GPS devices for equipment and rovers; strong logistics sense.
• Must obtain negative drug test; valid driver's license and clean MVR.
• Proven leadership, safety focus, and budget optimization experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations across multiple projects ensuring safety, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Coordinate with inspectors, engineers, and testing firms; attend progress meetings.
• Direct crews and subcontractors; manage equipment and trucking needs.
• Maintain daily logs, queues, and punch lists; ensure DOT compliance.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget; monitor quality control.

Skills

Leadership

DOT capabilities

Reading plans

GPS programming

Quantity calculation

Communication skills

Project scheduling

Education

High school diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GPS devices

MM systems

LPS systems

Job description

Sanders Brothers Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Grading Field Manager with SCDOT capabilities to lead field operations across multiple projects.

The role focuses on safety, schedule adherence, and budget control while coordinating with inspectors, engineers, and testing firms. Applicants should have 10+ years in infrastructure construction, 5+ years managing SCDOT projects, and an ability to read plans and program GPS equipment.