Civil Foreman

Ames Construction • Burnsville, MN

20h • $36 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

The Civil Foreman supervises daily field operations and leads crews on heavy highway and civil construction projects. The role ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project plans, specifications, and schedules. The foreman provides hands-on leadership, assists with equipment and labor, and serves as a key link between field crews and project management.

This is a travel position requiring extended assignments at active construction projects throughout the Central Region. Projects may be in Iowa, South Dakota, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and West Virginia. The foreman must be willing and able to temporarily relocate to project areas and work away from home for prolonged periods. Assignment locations and durations may change based on workload and project demands.

Work is primarily on active construction sites, including highways, roadways, and heavy civil infrastructure projects. The position involves outdoor work in varied weather, exposure to heavy equipment, moving machinery, traffic, and construction hazards, and mandatory use of personal protective equipment. Work may involve extended hours, early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays to meet project schedules.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience as a foreman or supervisor in the heavy highway or civil construction industry.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and safe construction practices.
• Strong familiarity with heavy equipment operations and construction tools.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proficiency with power and non-power hand tools and construction equipment.
• Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, crouch, kneel, and climb, and periodically lift up to 50 pounds.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• High attention to detail and ability to identify and address discrepancies.
• Willingness and ability to temporarily relocate to project areas and work away from home for prolonged periods.
• Flexibility to work at changing project locations and durations.
• Ability to work extended hours, early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays as project schedules require.

Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce a safety-first culture on all job sites.
• Provide direct, on-site supervision and leadership to assigned crews.
• Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and work requirements.
• Work with project management to help schedule and adjust daily work activities to meet production goals.
• Manage and oversee excavation activities for assigned crews.
• Understand and apply survey and grade staking.
• Complete daily foreman reports and ensure their accurate and timely submission.
• Review, verify, and submit crew timecards weekly.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve field issues or unforeseen challenges.
• Communicate with superintendents, project engineers, and other team members to ensure smooth operations.
• Perform other duties assigned by the manager.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage through the Local Union Health Fund.
• Employer contributions to pension and annuity funds per collective bargaining agreement.
• Project-based overtime, shift differential, per diem or subsistence, and travel eligibility.
• Mental health benefits.
• Virtual physical therapy benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed