Civil Foreman

Applied High Voltage, LLC•Lebanon, KY

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Our Civil Foreman will be located in the field at one of our project sites within the United States. The ideal candidate is a positive force on the jobsite, open to feedback, and eager to learn and develop others. This is a field-based, hands-on leadership position responsible for overseeing civil construction activities associated with utility-scale solar projects. The Civil Foreman supports daily field operations, ensures work is completed safely and efficiently, and leads crews in delivering quality work while maintaining project schedules.

Requirements

Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Civil Foreman or Lead on utility-scale solar, heavy civil, commercial, or industrial construction projects.
Experience supervising crews performing earthwork, grading, underground utilities, roads, drainage, and erosion control.
Strong understanding of SWPPP (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan) requirements and environmental compliance.
Experience reading and interpreting civil construction drawings and grading plans.
Knowledge of GPS layout equipment, laser levels, and surveying practices.
Experience coordinating heavy equipment operations including dozers, excavators, graders, rollers, loaders, and skid steers.
Working knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and construction best practices.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to accurately complete production tracking and daily field documentation.
Able to lift 50+ pounds.
Able to perform repetitive physical activities including stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing, and reaching.
Able to stand or walk for extended periods.
Able to work outdoors in various and often extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and snow, as safety permits.
Comfortable working around heavy equipment, dust, noise, and other construction-related hazards.
Able to follow detailed instructions while providing leadership and direction to crews.
Strong teamwork, planning, communication, and organizational skills.
Models excellence in safety, quality, productivity, attendance, and professionalism.
Actively embodies Signal's Core Principles and the One Team Approach through collaboration, accountability, and communication.
Maintains accurate documentation of field decisions, production tracking, Tier Boards, and daily reports.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30 preferred.
CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
Heavy equipment operation experience is a plus.
Previous utility-scale solar civil construction experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Site layout using GPS, laser level, and string line
Earthwork activities including grading, cut/fill operations, and site preparation
Road construction and maintenance
Laydown yard construction
Excavation and trenching
Underground utility installation
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) implementation and compliance
Erosion and sediment control installation and maintenance
Culvert and drainage system installation
Equipment pad construction
Concrete foundations and flatwork preparation
Aggregate placement and compaction
Fine grading and final site stabilization
Civil punch list completion
Civil QA/QC inspections
Reading and interpreting civil drawings, grading plans, and specifications
Production tracking and daily reporting
Coordination with survey, mechanical, electrical, and subcontractor crews
Heavy equipment coordination and safe operation practices
Lead and supervise civil crews while promoting a strong safety culture.
Plan daily work activities and assign manpower, equipment, and materials.
Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications.
Conduct daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning.
Coordinate with Superintendents, Project Management, Survey, and other trades to maintain project schedules.
Identify and resolve field issues while maintaining quality standards.
Complete Tier Boards, production tracking, and required documentation.
Mentor and develop crew members through hands-on training and coaching.
Train others on at least one complete Civil Scope (Earthwork, Underground Utilities, Roads & Drainage, or SWPPP Compliance).