Grading Foreman Level 1

Barnhill Contracting•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

Lead, direct, and oversee the safe and effective daily operation of a project crew. Take action as needed to help ensure project goals, objectives, and initiatives align with Barnhill Contracting Company’s mission, vision, and core values. This Level 1 role involves developing competency in field leadership, production, scheduling, plan reading, communication, equipment use, and mentoring while working with mentors and supporting the Superintendent/Project Manager.

Requirements

High school degree or an equivalent combination of training and work experience preferred.
0–5 years of experience in the construction industry.
Required licenses and certifications: North Carolina Driver License, Erosion Control Level II, OSHA 10- or 30-hour, Traffic Control Installer Certification, Traffic Control Supervisor Certification, MSHA, EEO, Asphalt Certification, and Smith System Defensive Driving.
Able to perform standing, walking, stretching, bending, lifting, pulling, twisting, throwing, reaching, and squatting.
Regularly lift 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Able to walk and stand for a full day of 12 to 15 hours.
Able to work in sometimes extreme hot and cold temperatures.
Must ride to and from work. If driving a company vehicle is required, must meet company driver qualification standards.

Nice To Haves

High school degree or an equivalent combination of training and work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop competency in receiving and providing feedback and guidance on production rates and goals, and equipment and manpower capabilities.
Work with mentors to lead project teams in maintaining a clean and safe work site and motivating field operations teams to meet project, equipment, quality-control, operating-division productivity, and budget goals.
Learn to implement daily scheduling and coordination so field teams work efficiently and effectively.
Assist the Superintendent/Project Manager with overall schedule management by communicating material and manpower needs and potential challenges or delays.
Develop plan-reading skills, adhere to plans and specifications, and learn to apply plan details to complete work independently.
Promote and support effective relationships across company divisions and departments, with clients, and with the public.
Train and mentor direct reports and field personnel onsite by setting clear, attainable goals and providing coaching.
Work with mentors to plan and communicate project needs, including labor, equipment, and materials; understand equipment capabilities and maximize utilization.