Grade Foreman

Ames Construction•Belle Glade, FL

20h

About The Position

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are the reason we continue to succeed. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected. At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means we look out for one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company. Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges and deliver work we’re proud of. When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success — where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future. Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. This position requires ensuring compliance with CMMC, FAR, and Accounting Standards in all Federal efforts. Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are the reason we continue to succeed. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected. At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means we look out for one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company. Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges and deliver work we’re proud of. When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success — where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future. Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years as a foreman/supervisor in the highway heavy civil construction
Willingness to travel
Knowledge of OSHA standards and practices
Must be familiar with heavy equipment
Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
Must have a valid Driver’s License
Ability to work with tools and equipment such as, power and non-power tools
Frequently sit, stand, walk, crouch, kneel, climb and periodically lift up to 50lbs
Positive attitude and possess excellent motivational skills
Time management, multitasking, and prioritization are crucial
Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies

Responsibilities

Instill Safety as a top priority
Provides on-site supervision and direction to crew members
Familiar with project specifications and ability to understand plans
Establish and adjust work sequences to meet schedule, using knowledge of capacities of equipment and assigned personnel
Ensure crew time cards are filled out and submitted weekly
Fill out daily foreman reports
Analyze and resolve issues that may arise unexpectedly
Ability to explain and understands survey and grade staking (Lasers, Transits, and GPS)
Manage all excavating activities for your crew
Other duties may be assigned.