Foreman (Earthwork)

Elite Earthworks & Engineering

Foreman (Earthwork)

Location: Murrieta, CA | Field

Elite Earthworks & Engineering is seeking an experienced Earthwork Foreman to lead grading, excavation, demolition, and civil construction operations across multiple projects. This is a senior-level role requiring deep field expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to manage people, equipment, and production efficiently.

At Elite Earthworks, we don't just hire employees; we cultivate ELITE professionals.

Our team lives by core values that define who we are:

• Empowerment - developing people and encouraging leadership
• Lean - optimizing resources and improving processes
• Innovation - solving complex challenges through technology and expertise
• Transformation - elevating our team, community, and industry
• Excellence - delivering high-quality results with honesty and integrity
  
  

If you take pride in your craft and want to work for a company where high performance is recognized and rewarded, we want to meet you.

The Foreman oversees field operations, coordinates crews and equipment, ensures production goals are met, and maintains a safe and efficient jobsite environment. You will play a key role in planning work, solving problems, maintaining quality control, and driving profitability. This posting represents Foreman Levels 2, 3, and 4. Level placement is based on experience, performance, and leadership capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily jobsite operations to meet schedule and production goals profitably
• Maintain equipment productivity and oversee preventive maintenance
• Read and interpret plans; set grades and direct equipment operations
• Ensure compliance with all safety rules and regulations
• Maintain positive team morale and support a high-performance culture
• Coordinate Two-Week Look Ahead planning with the Project Manager
• Complete all required jobsite documentation, including T&M tracking, compaction records, and job closeout paperwork
• Identify and solve operational challenges to keep projects on track
• Communicate professionally with customers, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Mentor and help develop Laborers, Grade Checkers, Operators, and other crew members
• Promote Elite Earthworks & Engineering within the industry
  
  

Advanced Expectations (Higher-Level Foreman)

Foremen at higher levels exhibit advanced leadership, technical mastery, and proven production excellence, including:

• Managing multiple job sites simultaneously
• Meeting or exceeding profit and performance goals
• Leading large or complex grading and excavation projects
• Training and developing junior foremen and field staff
• Overseeing subcontractors and multiple scopes of work
• Contributing to leadership mindset and company culture
• Strong documentation, communication, and job costing accuracy
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related
• OSHA 30-HR Certification (training assistance available)
  
  

Requirements

• 5 to 6 or more years of experience in grading, excavation, and demolition
• Strong understanding of soil, compaction, and moisture control
• Ability to read plans, set grades, and direct equipment operations
• Experience coordinating schedules, equipment, and field personnel
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to meet the company's drug-free workplace policy and safety standards, including passing any required pre-employment or safety-related screenings in compliance with California law.
  
  

Training & Development

Elite Invests Heavily In Leadership And Technical Development

• Production-focused rough & fine grading training
• Scheduling, job tracking, cost codes, and budget skills
• Leadership, communication, and team-building training
• Advanced time management, job costing, negotiation, and project management coursework
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time, Non-Exempt, W-2 position.
• Competitive hourly pay at $40 to $60, based on Foreman level and experience
• Profit bonus on jobs under your management (effective after 1 year of employment). Terms to be discussed.
• Health insurance is covered by the employer at 100% for base plans for you as the employee.
• Dental insurance is covered by the employer at 100% for base plans for you as the employee.
• Vision insurance is provided as an option (not covered by the employer).
• $25k Life insurance plan covered by employer at 100%.
• 401 (k) available for contributions (no matching).
• (2) paid holidays for the field.
• Growth opportunities and leadership development
• Be part of a fun, dynamic, and high-performing team
  
  

Why Join Elite Earthworks & Engineering?

Elite is a place where your expertise matters, your contributions are valued, and your growth is supported. You'll join a team committed to innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence, while working with people who take pride in what they do.

Elite Earthworks & Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We maintain a drug- and alcohol-free workplace.