Foreman

Sunland Asphalt•Tucson, AZ

27d•Onsite

About The Position

The Grading Foreman assists the Superintendent with daily production activities and assumes supervisory duties when the Superintendent is absent. The role also includes the duties described for a Laborer/Operator. The Foreman directly supervises and trains field crews of 2–5 employees, but does not participate directly in performance appraisals, hiring, or disciplinary actions. The Foreman oversees field production, scheduling, job execution, and completed-work inspections, coordinating with the Production Manager, Superintendent, Project Consultant, and other team members. The role serves as a key company representative in the field and communicates with customers, subcontractors, vendors, and the public. It is safety-sensitive and requires travel to any jobsite, including overnight stays if necessary. Work takes place at professional construction sites in an outdoor field environment, often for extended periods and in all weather, including extreme temperatures. The employee may encounter chemicals, vapors, pollutants, airborne pathogens, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles or machinery, and dust or debris. The position requires physical activity and operation of vehicles, trailers, machinery, equipment, and other tools in accordance with applicable safety guidelines.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
Computer skills and ability to complete administrative tasks.
Fluency in English, including speaking, reading, and writing.
Current driver's license and a clean motor-vehicle record.
Ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and a background check.
Ability to lift, push, pull, carry, handle, or feel objects, supplies, tools, machinery, and/or controls weighing up to 50 pounds; reach, climb stairs or ladders, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift overhead, and move around construction sites safely.
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in all weather, including extreme hot and cold temperatures.
Willingness to travel to any and all jobsites, including overnight stays if necessary.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred.
At least two years of related heavy-construction experience is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
CDL license is preferred and may be required for some departments or divisions.

Responsibilities

Directly supervise field personnel and direct them in all aspects of production.
Promote and enforce a safety culture that complies with federal, state, contract, and company regulations.
Be accountable for crew safety and ensure employees and subcontractors follow company safety policies and guidelines; promote safe practices, identify jobsite hazards, and help rectify them with the Superintendent.
Conduct daily safety and jobsite meetings with field personnel and subcontractors.
Coordinate production activities and schedules with the Production Manager, Superintendent, Project Consultant, and other team members.
Oversee work execution to ensure field personnel are scheduled and complete the job within contract and job requirements.
Reassess daily goals as needed to meet forecasted production.
Review and inspect completed work and work with the Superintendent, Production Manager, and/or Project Consultant to address concerns.
Maintain daily logs and enter job, material, and labor costs into company systems when assigned.
Represent the company in the field and communicate with customers, subcontractors, vendors, and the general public; manage expectations and provide customer service.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and comply with applicable safety laws and company policies.
Travel to any and all jobsites, including staying away from home if necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.