EarthCo Construction - Construction Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

Construction Foreman – Lead Site Operations from Groundbreak to Completion

Job Overview

• Company: EarthCo Construction
• Salary/Pay Rate: $35 to $40+ per hour plus Performance Based Bonus
• Location: Johns Island, SC /Tri-County Area
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial, Industrial, Government, or Federal
• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity You will serve as a pivotal field leader, directing daily operations and guiding your crew through the entire lifecycle of high-stakes civil projects. This role offers the unique stability of managing a single site from start to finish within a family-oriented company that values quality over volume. You will have the autonomy to drive project success while receiving dedicated support from our superintendents.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Direct day-to-day field operations, leading a dedicated crew to ensure all site activities align with project schedules.
• Interpret complex blueprints and civil plans to execute precise rough and final grading requirements.
• Oversee the comprehensive installation of critical infrastructure, including storm pipes, sewer pipes, and water lines.
• Manage the construction of retention and detention ponds in strict accordance with engineering specifications and environmental regulations.
• Validate that all field work meets or exceeds technical plans and quality standards to minimize rework and delays.
• Coordinate closely with the Superintendent to manage equipment logistics and material deliveries for the job site.
• Mentor crew members on-site, fostering a culture of high performance, safety, and long-term professional growth.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience leading civil construction crews through site development and utility installation.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret civil engineering plans and site specifications.
• Extensive hands-on experience with grading, pond construction, and wet utility installation.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• 3 or more years of related work experience in a leadership or Foreman capacity.
• Strong technical proficiency in heavy equipment operation and site layout.
• Experience delivering projects within the commercial, industrial, or federal sectors.

Compensation & Benefits

• Weekly pay cycle with performance-based bonus opportunities.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with employer matching.
• Comprehensive paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Access to specialized training and certifications including OSHA and safety training.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates and a referral bonus program.
• Consistent work environment with a focus on seeing single projects through to completion.

About Us EarthCo Construction is a civil and heavy construction firm focused on quality and building lasting relationships with General Contractors and Developers. We maintain a family feel by staying under 75 employees, ensuring every team member is a name, not a number. 

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EarthCo 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.