Grade Foremen

Grade Foremen must have the ability, knowledge and experience to lead a crew in daily grading activities. A working knowledge of heavy civil and highway construction is also required.

Core Competencies:

• Organizing and prioritizing
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Plan reading & interpretation
• Active listening and communication skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Knowledge and understanding of survey grade stakes
• Knowledge and understanding of GPS equipment

Core Duties:

• Embrace and lead with the Core Principles of our Company
• Lead by example
• Be punctual, dependable, and professional at all times
• Work with cost effectiveness, profitability, and safety in mind
• Maintain the daily desired production schedule
• Collect delivery tickets and ensure accuracy of materials received
• Maintain the highest ethical standards at all times
• Lead the safety effort by recognizing and correcting hazards as soon as they are present. Be the #1 safety advocate for your crew
• Plan and coordinate Daily Hazard Briefings to ensure crew understands the work plan and the associated hazards of the day
• Report incidents immediately to Project Superintendent in accordance with incident reporting procedures established by the Company
• Enter daily project data including but not limited to accurate labor, equipment, and quantity reporting
• Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures
• Inspect work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications are met
• Operate equipment as needed
• Willingness to work hours as required

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with jobsite supervisors and fellow team members
• Experienced in erosion control installation, maintenance, and documentation
• Experienced in NCDOT roadway construction
• Must be able to effectively use all required PPE and lift up to fifty pounds.  Strenuous physical demands are required to safely perform the essential functions associated with this position.  Must be able to safely operate all involved equipment and tools.  Must be capable of standing for long periods of time, bending consistently.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with clean MVR for at least 3 years

Education/Training/Certification:

• OSHA 30
• Trenching and Excavation Competent Person
• First Aid/CPR
• Level II Erosion Control Certification

About Chatham Civil Contracting, LLC.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.