Civil Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

Time base: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Civil Foreman to lead field crews and perform hands-on civil construction work. This position coordinates daily activities, labor, materials, and equipment to complete projects safely, on schedule, and in accordance with plans and specifications. The ideal candidate has strong civil construction knowledge, proven leadership skills, and accountability for crew performance and workmanship.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Lead and work alongside civil crews performing site preparation, excavation, trenching, grading, backfill, compaction, and concrete work.
• Review plans, specifications, scope of work, and project requirements with the Project Manager before mobilization.
• Plan daily activities, assign tasks, and communicate production goals and expectations to crew members.
• Verify required materials, tools, equipment, and supplies are available and in working order before leaving for the job site.

Duties/Responsibilities (continued):

• Conduct daily tailgate meetings and job hazard reviews; enforce company safety policies and required protective equipment.
• Coordinate utility locates before excavation and verify required site protections are in place. Stop work and notify management when conditions are unsafe.
• Oversee excavation, underground conduit and utility installation, foundations, formwork, reinforcing steel, concrete placement, and site restoration as required by the project.
• Verify layout, elevations, grades, dimensions, and completed work against project plans and specifications.
• Operate construction equipment when trained and authorized; verify crew members use equipment within their training and qualifications.
• Coordinate deliveries, inspections, subcontractors, and site access with the Project Manager and other site contacts.
• Monitor labor hours, equipment use, material quantities, and progress against the project schedule and planned resources.
• Identify field conflicts, shortages, delays, or scope changes promptly; obtain direction before performing work outside the approved scope.
• Complete accurate daily reports, employee time records, progress photos, material tracking, and closeout documentation.
• Train and mentor crew members, monitor performance, and communicate attendance or conduct concerns to management.
• Report incidents, injuries, near misses, and equipment damage promptly; maintain a clean and organized job site.
• Oversee truck and trailer loading, secure materials and equipment, return unused items, and prepare the crew for the next job.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong crew leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read civil plans and specifications and perform field measurements and basic construction calculations.
• Working knowledge of excavation, grading, compaction, concrete construction, and underground utilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, adapt to changing conditions, and meet project schedules while maintaining safety and quality.
• Ability to use mobile applications for timekeeping, daily reports, and job photos.
  

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of civil construction experience, including at least 1 year in a foreman, lead, or comparable crew leadership role.
• Experience with excavation equipment, trenching, concrete foundations, and underground utility installation.
• OSHA construction safety training and First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain required training.
• A valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements.
• Ability to travel to project sites and work overtime or adjusted schedules as project needs require.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform essential job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting and carrying materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and perform physical work for extended periods on uneven terrain.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and around construction equipment, noise, dust, and vibration.
• Ability to work at heights or in confined spaces when assigned, with required training, authorization, and protective measures.