Grading Foreman - Heavy Civil
- The Recruiting Group, Inc.
- Columbia, South Carolina
- Full Time
Grading Foreman - Heavy Civil
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
No Remote
TYPE
Direct Hire
ID
BU09-2746786
POSTED
Aug 20, 2025
Foreman -Grading Columbia, SC
Foreman needed to direct personnel on a given project - responsible for all safety, quality, and production goals for the project.
COMPANY PROFILE:
Heavy Civil Site Development Company - handling projects from infrastructure to mining
Site preparation, Reclamation, Mass Excavation, Utilities, Landfill, Mining
Markets include Commercial, Industrial, Municipal, Mining
WHAT THIS COMPANY OFFERS YOU:
Competitive pay and excellent benefits package including:
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
401k with match
Bonus eligible
Cell phone allowance
Company provided iPad for use in the field
Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
Nonstop challenges
Full pipeline of work stretching for more than 1 year with additional projects being considered.
Structured, organized environment with actively involved ownership/management.
Excellent training and growth opportunities - this company believes in and has a history of promoting from within
Company believes in work/life balance.
THE ROLE YOU WILL PLAY
Responsible for guiding and directing activities on a given project while adhering to all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations while meeting company goals.
Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to OSHA and other regulations as well as company policies.
Read and interpret engineered plans and stake out in the field.
Set up GPS base station and GPS guided equipment.
Perform JSA, toolbox talks, and any required safety training, planning, communication related to the project.
Communicate production issues and constraints and implement plans to overcome them.
Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored.
Participate in routine equipment maintenance.
Practice Safely, All Day'
Complete daily fuel, load count and hour logs on a daily basis
Complete daily workplace examinations and repair deficiencies
Maintain all cred card receipts, code correctly and complete expense report turned in weekly.
Maintain a professional appearance.
Maintain company vehicle to company standards.
General daily preventative equipment maintenance
Maintain current tool inventory in maintenance trailer/truck.
Maintain fuel tank level and inventory, communicate to management for deliveries.
Keep the job site clean, prepared for inclement weather and on track.
Maintain all erosion control devices and report deficiencies.
Guide and lead the crew in all daily activities.
Perform minor emergency repairs on equipment as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Equipment operation and maintenance
Equipment safety
Grading and general land preparation experience for commercial, municipal, and other projects
General site preparation techniques and procedures
Site preparation surveying and layout
Knowledge of and ability to operate front end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, excavators, scrapers, and other heavy equipment.
Knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques
Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures - OSHA and/or MSHA training a plus
Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures
Client service and public relations skills
Team building
Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Ability to read and write to record pickups and maintain daily records.
Time management skills
Must have a valid driver's license with less than 3 moving violations in 3 years.
Must be able to pass drug/alcohol screenings.
Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs.
CANDIDATES NEED BACKGROUND IN HEAVY CIVIL SITE WORK
Personal Attributes
Must demonstrate the following personal attributes:
be honest and trustworthy, be respectful.
able to communicate effectively.
possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
be flexible.
demonstrate sound work ethics.
deal with the public in a positive, courteous and respectful manner.
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
No Remote
TYPE
Direct Hire
ID
BU09-2746786
POSTED
Aug 20, 2025
Foreman -Grading Columbia, SC
Foreman needed to direct personnel on a given project - responsible for all safety, quality, and production goals for the project.
COMPANY PROFILE:
Heavy Civil Site Development Company - handling projects from infrastructure to mining
Site preparation, Reclamation, Mass Excavation, Utilities, Landfill, Mining
Markets include Commercial, Industrial, Municipal, Mining
WHAT THIS COMPANY OFFERS YOU:
Competitive pay and excellent benefits package including:
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
401k with match
Bonus eligible
Cell phone allowance
Company provided iPad for use in the field
Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
Nonstop challenges
Full pipeline of work stretching for more than 1 year with additional projects being considered.
Structured, organized environment with actively involved ownership/management.
Excellent training and growth opportunities - this company believes in and has a history of promoting from within
Company believes in work/life balance.
THE ROLE YOU WILL PLAY
Responsible for guiding and directing activities on a given project while adhering to all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations while meeting company goals.
Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to OSHA and other regulations as well as company policies.
Read and interpret engineered plans and stake out in the field.
Set up GPS base station and GPS guided equipment.
Perform JSA, toolbox talks, and any required safety training, planning, communication related to the project.
Communicate production issues and constraints and implement plans to overcome them.
Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored.
Participate in routine equipment maintenance.
Practice Safely, All Day'
Complete daily fuel, load count and hour logs on a daily basis
Complete daily workplace examinations and repair deficiencies
Maintain all cred card receipts, code correctly and complete expense report turned in weekly.
Maintain a professional appearance.
Maintain company vehicle to company standards.
General daily preventative equipment maintenance
Maintain current tool inventory in maintenance trailer/truck.
Maintain fuel tank level and inventory, communicate to management for deliveries.
Keep the job site clean, prepared for inclement weather and on track.
Maintain all erosion control devices and report deficiencies.
Guide and lead the crew in all daily activities.
Perform minor emergency repairs on equipment as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Equipment operation and maintenance
Equipment safety
Grading and general land preparation experience for commercial, municipal, and other projects
General site preparation techniques and procedures
Site preparation surveying and layout
Knowledge of and ability to operate front end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, excavators, scrapers, and other heavy equipment.
Knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques
Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures - OSHA and/or MSHA training a plus
Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures
Client service and public relations skills
Team building
Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Ability to read and write to record pickups and maintain daily records.
Time management skills
Must have a valid driver's license with less than 3 moving violations in 3 years.
Must be able to pass drug/alcohol screenings.
Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs.
CANDIDATES NEED BACKGROUND IN HEAVY CIVIL SITE WORK
Personal Attributes
Must demonstrate the following personal attributes:
be honest and trustworthy, be respectful.
able to communicate effectively.
possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
be flexible.
demonstrate sound work ethics.
deal with the public in a positive, courteous and respectful manner.
Job ID: 490609175
Originally Posted on: 8/24/2025
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