Site/Civil Foreman

PlayCore; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Job summary

PlayCore in Fort Wayne, Indiana, seeks an experienced Site/Civil Working Foreman to lead field operations for sports field construction and site/civil projects. This hands-on role requires strong earthwork, drainage, grading, and coordination skills.

You will manage crews, read civil plans, ensure elevations and schedules are met, and maintain safety on the jobsite while working alongside the team. Travel to project locations as required, coordinate with Project Manager and subs, and supervise

Qualifications

• Significant experience in site/civil construction.
• Experience constructing sports fields preferred.
• Ability to read and understand civil and grading plans.
• Strong understanding of elevations, slopes, grades, and drainage.
• Valid driver's license; ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work with site/civil field crews on sports field and related construction projects.
• Plan and coordinate daily field activities.
• Perform and oversee excavation, earthwork, grading, and site preparation.
• Install and oversee storm drainage and underground utilities.
• Read and interpret civil, grading, drainage, and construction plans.
• Establish and maintain proper elevations and grades.
• Operate construction equipment and assist with equipment operation as needed.
• Work with laser grading and machine-control systems.
• Coordinate daily production with the Project Manager and project team.
• Monitor quality, productivity, materials, and jobsite conditions.
• Ensure work is completed according to plans, specifications, and project schedules.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive jobsite.
• Communicate daily progress, issues, and material/equipment needs.
• Coordinate subcontractors and other trades when required.
• Assist with layout and field measurements.
• Identify potential problems in the field and communicate solutions before they become issues.

Skills

Field leadership

Reading plans

Equipment operation

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Laser grading systems

Machine-control systems

Skid steer

Excavators

Compactors

Job description

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Site/Civil Working Foreman to lead field operations for sports field construction and site/civil projects. This is a hands‑on position for an individual with strong experience in earthwork, excavation, drainage, concrete, grading, and site preparation who can effectively lead a field crew while actively working alongside the team.

The ideal candidate has experience in sports field construction or similar site/civil work and understands the importance of precision grading, proper drainage, elevations, and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside site/civil field crews on sports field and related construction projects
• Plan and coordinate daily field activities
• Perform and oversee excavation, earthwork, grading, and site preparation
• Install and oversee storm drainage and underground utilities
• Read and interpret civil, grading, drainage, and construction plans
• Establish and maintain proper elevations and grades
• Operate construction equipment and assist with equipment operation as needed
• Work with laser grading and machine‑control systems
• Coordinate daily production with the Project Manager and project team
• Monitor quality, productivity, materials, and jobsite conditions
• Ensure work is completed according to plans, specifications, and project schedules
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive jobsite
• Communicate daily progress, issues, and material/equipment needs
• Coordinate subcontractors and other trades when required
• Assist with layout and field measurements
• Identify potential problems in the field and communicate solutions before they become issues

Qualifications

• Significant experience in site/civil construction
• Strong knowledge of earthwork, excavation, drainage, concrete, grading, and site preparation
• Experience constructing sports fields is strongly preferred
• Ability to read and understand civil and grading plans
• Strong understanding of elevations, slopes, grades, and drainage
• Experience operating skid steers, excavators, compactors, and other construction equipment
• Experience with laser grading systems and/or machine‑control systems is preferred
• Ability to lead a crew while remaining hands‑on in the field
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to travel to project locations as required
• Ability to work outdoors and perform physically demanding construction activities

Company Vehicle

A company vehicle will be provided for this position to support travel between the company, jobsites, suppliers, and project locations.

Travel, Lodging & Per Diem

Our projects may be located throughout Indiana & Michigan (potentially surrounding states). Company‑provided lodging will be included for qualifying out-of-town projects. Employees will not be expected to cover their own lodging when traveling for company work.