Construction Foreman

Construction Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator – Monterey County

Location: Monterey County, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position: Construction Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator
Industry: Public Works / Commercial Construction

About the Position:

We are seeking an experienced Foreman / Heavy Equipment Operator to lead field crews and perform hands-on heavy equipment operations for grading, paving, excavation, demolition, and other heavy civil construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Run grading and paving operations from start to finish, including clearing, excavation, subgrade preparation, aggregate base, and asphalt paving.
• Lead, train, and coordinate crews consisting of equipment operators and laborers.
• Operate heavy equipment as needed, including loaders, excavators, skid steers, rollers, and pavers.
• Coordinate daily field activities according to project priorities, plans, and schedules.
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, equipment, materials, and manpower to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Track production, labor hours, efficiencies, and crew ratios.
• Prepare accurate and detailed Daily Field Production Reports and communicate production updates to Project Managers and supervisors.
• Assist the Superintendent and Project Manager with project planning, manpower requirements, material orders, scheduling, and field coordination.
• Monitor crew attendance and productivity.
• Enforce company safety policies and promote a zero-incident safety culture on every project.
• Ensure employees and subcontractors follow all applicable safety requirements.
• Enforce SWPPP and erosion-control requirements.
• Ensure work meets project plans, specifications, quality standards, and owner requirements.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, owners, inspectors, subcontractors, and clients throughout project execution.
• Maintain efficient and coordinated field operations while addressing issues as they arise.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Caltrans specifications and project requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Foreman, Lead Operator, or experienced Heavy Equipment Operator on grading, paving, or heavy civil construction projects.
• Strong hands-on operating experience with loaders, excavators, skid steers, rollers, and asphalt pavers.
• Proven ability to lead and manage field crews.
• Strong understanding of grading, excavation, aggregate base preparation, and asphalt paving operations.
• Knowledge of Caltrans specifications, quality control, and construction safety requirements.
• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple crews, equipment, subcontractors, and materials.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to operate a company vehicle.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced outdoor construction environment and meet project deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English/Spanish.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience with SWPPP and erosion-control requirements.
• Experience working on Caltrans or public works projects.
• Resident of Monterey County or surrounding areas.

To Apply

Please submit your resume highlighting your construction supervision experience, types of projects managed, project sizes, public works/government experience, and experience coordinating subcontractors and multiple trades.

We are especially interested in candidates with experience successfully managing public works, commercial, institutional, facilities, infrastructure, or JOC projects

Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to take drug tests?
• Are you located within Monterey County?

Experience:

• Construction Foreman: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Monterey, CA 93940 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person