Foreman- Heavy Equipment Operator, Site Work, Excavation

Job Description

Job Description

Foreman – Lead Commercial and Industrial Sitework Operations

• Company: Deschutes Construction.

• Salary/Pay Rate: $40 to $50+ per hour (based on experience) plus Performance Based Bonus.

• Location: Redmond, OR.

• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.

• Schedule: Monday - Friday.

• Project Scope: Commercial, Industrial, and Government Civil Sitework.

• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required.

You will serve as a pivotal field leader, driving the successful execution of complex excavation and utility projects for a respected family-owned business. This role offers the autonomy to manage high-stakes site operations while receiving the genuine support of a leadership team that treats you like a person, not a number.

• Coordinate daily field tasks and resources to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

• Supervise the operation of heavy machinery to maintain strict quality standards and equipment longevity.

• Mentor and train crew members on technical tasks to improve production and reduce repetitive errors.

• Administer weekly safety meetings and daily field reports using Raken to ensure project transparency.

• Evaluate site workflows to implement the most efficient construction methods without sacrificing workmanship.

• Collaborate with Superintendents to manage material deliveries, subcontractors, and manpower requirements.

• Resolve on-site technical disputes and logistical hurdles to maintain a positive and productive site culture.

• Proven experience as a Foreman specifically within excavation, sitework, and heavy equipment operation.

• In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, OSHA guidelines, and equipment maintenance protocols.

• Expertise in reading and interpreting project drawings, specifications, and surveyor grade stakes.

• Proficiency in using site layout tools including lasers, GPS rovers and theodolites.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective reporting and team leadership.

• Approximately 5 years of related work experience in civil or commercial construction.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Demonstrated ability to manage project expenditures and resource allocation.

• Competitive weekly pay cycle and performance-based bonus opportunities.

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with employer matching.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Paid Time Off including vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay.

• Provided company vehicle and essential safety equipment (hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, etc.).

• Access to manufacturer training and certifications including OSHA, Fall Protection, and Lifts.

Deschutes Construction is a family-owned leader in civil and industrial sitework, known for treating our team with genuine respect and kindness. We foster a supportive environment where hard work is rewarded and professional growth is encouraged through ongoing training.

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Deschutes Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.