Grade Foreman

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Grade Foreman to join our team at Blythe Construction. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising field operations for an Earthwork/Roadway/Grading project, ensuring that all work is completed to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Directly supervise and coordinate activities of grading crew.
• Report on work to Superintendent.
• Ensure that all heavy equipment is operated safely and efficiently.
• Monitor crews for organizational structure, sizing, crew mix ratios, and wage compliance.
• Report on time and materials.
• Implement and monitor safety orientations, safety indoctrination, and provide coaching for improvement.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Five (5) or more years of experience as a Grade Foreman in the heavy highway industry required.
• Must be well-organized and able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with management and fellow employees.

Physical Demands:

• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day.
• Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds and, at times, as much as 90 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
• Physical dexterity involving stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that are typically associated with a construction project.