Excavation Foreman

Excavation ForemanExcavation Foreman will be the company representative and authority and competent person on construction site when the Superintendent is not on the construction job site. They are to work with the Superintendent to plan, organize, and coordinate building their scope of work for the project. Foreman must have a clear understanding of their equipment and the project and scope of work expected from them. Management responsibilities involve directing personnel to do their jobs in order to complete the project and may include training and or discipline requirements, so as to increase profits and improve customer relationships and satisfaction.Duties and responsibilitiesLead and supervise excavation crews on job sitesCoordinate daily tasks and ensure work is completed on scheduleRead and interpret plans, grades and specificationsCommunicate with project managers, superintendents, and team membersResponsible for quality control, ADA Ramps, finish grade, toolbox talks, compaction, drainagePlan, organize, and coordinate the scope of work you are responsible forAcquire in depth understanding of the project at hand and the relative requirementsOperate EquipmentSupport laborers in any capacity neededEnforce Adherence to all health and Safety StandardsHave a vested interest in the company's success and strive to better everyone and everythingProperly maintain equipment and keep in clean operating orderBe on time always and ask what more I can help withMinimum Qualifications:5 years of proven successful industry experience (Preferable 10)Previous experience as an excavation foreman to similar leadership roleStrong knowledge of excavation, grading, utilities, and site workExperience in your respective tradeSelf-Motivated with a results driven approachAbility to build and maintain relationships with internal & external customersCommunication Skills- Negotiations, Problem SolvingExcellent Organizational SkillsHave a complete understanding of the equipment you operateThoroughness and reliabilityPrioritizing skillsWillingness and ability to keep all operation certifications current and completeWorking knowledge of general construction safety policy's & procedure'sAdditional Information:If unable to apply online, stop by our office at:7620 W Highway 201 Magna, UT 84044Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Grading Foreman position.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.