Excavation Crew Lead

Sunset Valley Construction, LLC•Ellington, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As we enter a new phase of growth, you'll make things happen in the field. Be at the heart of a project, turning plans into results while mentoring crews and sharpening your own skills along the way. Build your career, expand your knowledge, and leave a tangible mark on a company that’s growing with you.

Requirements

4+ years of experience in heavy civil, preferably commercial site work, excavation, or underground utilities
You turn man-hours into measurable progress, avoid wasting labor on the wrong tasks, and know when to push harder vs when it’s smarter to regroup
You know your way around drawings, equipment, and GPS
You value culture over ego and aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves to teach and earn the crew’s respect
You've gotten your boots dirty in the field, working your way up from Laborer, and have built a deep understanding of each role's significance and challenges.

Responsibilities

Work with a crew of 2-7 (both experienced and green)
Support, mentor, and lead a highly motivated team that strives to improve and find the best ways to complete projects
Prepare sites for new schools, apartment buildings, roads, subdivisions, infrastructure rebuilds, and warehouses
Direct successful projects by ensuring your team has the necessary resources and is aligned on deliverables
With new equipment and modern tech, deliver high-quality, design-accurate work
Be the reason your crew goes home to their families each day by prioritizing safety above all else
Work alongside a highly skilled team committed to helping you succeed and grow
Keep your evenings and weekends free, working in the greater Hartford area (within 1 hour of Ellington)

Benefits

Career Growth & Leadership
A real runway to lead, with the foundation to actually succeed when you get there
Apprenticeship Program for P6 plumbing license
Mentorship and unlimited training (hands-on and digital), including leadership development
Professional personal financial advice
Team & Culture
Low-ego, high-output team culture where respect is earned, not demanded
A family-first company with accruing PTO
Perks & Lifestyle
Newer equipment with modern technology
2 pre-paid yearly round-trip plane tickets to any domestic US location through Southwest, United, Air France, or JetBlue Airlines
Personal use of SVC equipment at any time (as long as it doesn’t interfere with work schedules)
Health & Financial Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance after 3 months, 75% paid for all employees and their immediate family
401K plan with a 3% company match after 3 months