Foreman - Heavy Highway Grade Division

S.T. Wooten Corporation•Wilmington, NC

About The Position

The Heavy Highway Grade Division Foreman efficiently manages assigned projects or operations, with direct responsibility for personnel, equipment, scheduling, safety, quality workmanship, and completing projects on time and within the estimated budget. The role supervises and supports crews, ensures employees are trained, monitors work and records, and coordinates project reporting with the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and/or project manager. The Foreman is responsible for ensuring work complies with applicable laws and requirements and is performed safely. The position is based in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Valid North Carolina driver's license and clean driving record.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in heavy highway construction and commercial grading.
Equipment knowledge.
Grading experience.
Ability to read plans and understand grade.
Ability to exchange ideas quickly and clearly and receive and evaluate detailed information and instructions.
Ability to meet the position's heavy physical demands, including occasional lifting or moving of materials or equipment weighing over 80 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience with NCDOT and/or federal projects is desired but not required.
GPS experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise, direct, and motivate the crew to complete assigned projects as instructed by the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and/or project manager.
Ensure new personnel are adequately trained in company policies, safety requirements, and job responsibilities.
Conduct periodic evaluations of assigned personnel.
Assist and direct crews in proper equipment use, job performance, cost control, work quality, productivity, communication, and project housekeeping.
Inspect equipment and request maintenance and repairs in accordance with the company TPR program.
Monitor crews, maintain regular work hours, and keep daily payroll records and employee hour logs.
Maintain a detailed daily diary recording conversations, weather conditions, and events for future reference.
Complete required daily reports, verify their accuracy, and transmit them promptly to the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and/or project manager.
Ensure work, including subcontractor work, complies with applicable local laws, NCDOT requirements, ordinances, EPA regulations, and other governing requirements such as OSHA and MSHA.
Promote safe work practices through daily huddle meetings, communicating potential hazards, enforcing safety regulations, and holding weekly toolbox meetings with safety on the agenda.
Maintain good relations with the public, engineers, architects, inspectors, and customers to facilitate project progress and promote a positive company image.
Encourage corporate unity, team spirit, and pride throughout the company.
Perform additional project operations duties as required or as directed by the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and/or project manager.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.