Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator

Foreman/Heavy Equipment OperatorPalmetto Site Construction is seeking experienced Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operators to join our Field Operations team. This full-time, on-site role requires strong leadership, advanced heavy equipment operation skills, and the ability to read civil plans and set grades accurately. The ideal candidate will be able to both lead and work alongside crews to ensure efficient and high-quality completion of residential, commercial, and industrial sitework projects.Palmetto Site Construction specializes in civil construction, utilities, and sitework across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. We're a tight-knit team that values hard work, leadership, and integrity. With local projects that get you home every night, plus great performance bonuses and room to grow, Palmetto Site Construction is where careers are built and success is rewarded.Learn more about us at a variety of heavy equipment including dozers, excavators, skid steers, and loadersPerform finish grading (not just rough grade)Read and interpret civil construction plansSet up and shoot grades accurately, including base and rover workUtilize GPS systems on equipment; GPS dozer experience is a plusLead field crews and mentor junior team membersCollaborate with supervisors and project managers to maintain schedules and quality standardsMaintain a clean, safe, and organized job siteMinimum 5 years of experience in sitework and equipment operationProficient in reading civil plans and calculating gradesSkilled in finish grading with heavy equipmentGPS and base/rover experience preferredStrong leadership and team motivation abilitiesCEPSC certification is a plus (not required)Reliable and able to work Monday–Friday, with weekend and overtime availability as neededPerformance Bonuses at job completionsYear-End BonusesBi-weekly Pay CycleRetirement Savings ProgramPaid Time Off – Holidays, Vacation, and Sick DaysReferral Bonus ProgramCareer Development – Apprenticeship and Mentorship TrainingWork-Life Balance – Home every nightCompany Events, Annual Trips & PrizesFull-TimeMonday to Friday, with weekend and overtime opportunitiesOnsite – Local Projects (Home every night)We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.