Grading Foreman

POSITION TITLE: Grading Foreman

SPECIFICATION NUMBER: 697857CRI

LOCATION: Parsippany, New Jersey

COMPENSATION: $90,000 - $120,000 (Based on experience and Market Rate) + Bonus

COMPANY: Our client is a leader in Heavy Civil Construction.

OUR CLIENT’S AREAS OF SPECIALITIES

• Earthwork

• Site Work

• Water Distribution Systems

• Wastewater Management

• Storm Water Management

• Road Construction

• Site Pavement

• Utility Work: Sanitary, Storm and Water Main

POSITION SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

The foreman will supervise the field operations grading crews and engage in the work performed by the crews. He/she should be knowledgeable in the areas of excavation and grading. They will directly supervise the grading crews, operate and supervise the operation of heavy equipment on job-sites, complete daily reports for time and materials, and oversee the safety and quality of each employee and project.

• Studies project specifications alongside project superintendent to plan procedures for pipe installation sequencing

• Coordinates and supervises daily activities of employees

• Operates assigned heavy equipment to excavate, install, and backfill large pipe and culvert

• Inspects work sites to determine sequencing and method of pipe installation

• Survey site for potential hazards or safety concerns

• Responsible for crew safety at all times and a safe work environment that complies with OSHA standards

• Inspects work to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications

• Ensure work is being performed in accordance to construction schedules

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience operating relevant heavy equipment

• 5+ years grading experience

• 5+ years of experience supervising installation of pipe and culvert on heavy civil projects

• 2+ years supervisory experience

• Read & interpret technical drawings

• Shoot grades and understand layout designs

• Ability to use instruments such as lasers, grade rods, eye levels and transit levels to set appropriate grade for pipe installation

• Ability to work effectively with diverse workforce

• Valid driver's license