Finish Grade Dirt Foreman

EHC Inc•Fort Myers, FL

48d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Finish Grade Dirt Foreman who can both lead a crew and operate heavy equipment to perform precise finish grading on construction projects. This role requires hands-on operation of equipment, field leadership, and coordination with project managers to ensure grading work meets exact specifications, safety standards, and deadlines.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in earthwork/grading construction, with at least 3 years in a leadership or foreman role.
Strong understanding of finish grade requirements, site prep, and compaction techniques.
Proficient in reading and interpreting plans, specs, and grade stakes.
Skilled in operating a variety of heavy equipment for grading and dirt work.
Knowledge of soil types, moisture conditioning, and compaction methods.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work in fast-paced environments and adapt to changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

Experience with GPS machine control systems (e.g., Trimble, Topcon) is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment (such as motor graders, bulldozers, skid steers, and excavators) to achieve final grade elevations, slopes, and contours per project plans.
Supervise and lead finish grade crews to perform precise grading for roads, pads, and other site development.
Read and interpret site plans, blueprints, and grade stakes to ensure accuracy in grading operations.
Operate and supervise the operation of heavy equipment such as dozers, graders, skid steers, and GPS-enabled machinery.
Ensure correct elevations, slopes, and grades are achieved per project specifications.
Coordinate daily job activities and assign tasks to crew members effectively.
Monitor productivity and quality of work to ensure timely completion of tasks.
Inspect and maintain safety standards and ensure all crew members follow company and OSHA safety guidelines.
Communicate effectively with project managers, inspectors, and other trades on-site.
Troubleshoot and resolve grading issues as they arise during the project.
Keep accurate records of labor, materials, and equipment usage for reporting and payroll purposes.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor or project manager, depending on project needs.