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