Dirt Foreman - Primoris Heavy Civil - Waco, TX

Primoris Heavy Civil is seeking to hire an experienced civil/dirt foreman for an ongoing project site in Waco, Tx. Experience on DOTD roadway construction, GPS grade control, and soil stabilization is preferred but not required. Qualified candidates will be responsible for running the day-to-day roadway operations and the construction site and directing crews as a working foreman.

Job Description

Responsible for running the day-to-day roadway operations on a construction site. Directs a crew as a working foreman and performs skilled work in the grading, leveling and preparation of roadway sections and related work as required. Tracking and recording daily production of the crews and reporting back to the superintendent. Inputting daily time sheets and other job-related paperwork. Manage, supervise, and coordinate onsite work crews.

General Requirements

• Supervise and lead crews performing excavation, grading, embankment, and subgrade preparation.
• Coordinate daily activities with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and equipment operators.
• Interpret and implement project plans, blueprints, and grade stakes.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of heavy equipment such as dozers, graders, excavators, scrapers, and compactors.
• Monitor job site conditions and adjust work plans to meet productivity and schedule goals.
• Enforce safety policies and procedures in compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Conduct daily safety meetings (toolbox talks) and ensure crew adherence to safety practices.
• Track production quantities and report progress to management.
• Identify and resolve field issues, including conflicts with utilities, soil conditions, or design discrepancies.
• Maintain quality control to ensure work meets specifications and tolerances.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate crew members.
  
  

Functional Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in heavy civil construction
• Proven experience as a foreman or lead operator in mass grading and site development
• Strong knowledge of grading, drainage, and compaction requirements
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, profiles, cross-sections, and staking/grade information
• Experience working with survey crews, grade checking, and rods
• Familiarity with DOT specifications and roadway/bridge construction standards
• Manage subcontractors in roadway operations.
• Planning and scheduling.
• Read and understand drawings, specification, safety, and quality standards and effectively utilize all trade tools and equipment relevant to the work.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, outdoor environments and adapt to changing conditions
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Comply with company drug and alcohol policy
• Pass required physical exams as needed
• Climb ladders, scaffolds, and work safely at heights
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work in confined spaces
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. safely, requesting help for heavier loads
• Stand or walk for extended periods on uneven ground surfaces
• Work extended hours in outdoor conditions including heat, cold, humidity, and rain
• Be clean-shaven when required to wear respirators or other PPE
  
  

Work Environment

• Work performed on industrial construction sites and training environments
• Must navigate uneven ground and obstructed paths
• Work performed both at elevation and in confined spaces
• Exposure to outdoor elements including extreme temperatures and humidity
• Work around heavy equipment, noise, and potential chemical hazards
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive compensation paid weekly
• Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD
• 401(k) with company match, vested day-one
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP]
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off
• Pet Coverage "For our Furry Friends"
• Legal Assistance Coverage
• Award winning safety programs
  
  

Company Overview

Primoris was formed in 2004 as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM. We provide a wide range of construction, maintenance, and engineering services for power generation, oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR), having built projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. For additional information, please visit www.prim.com.

Primoris Heavy Civil (formerly James Construction Group) has long-standing history that dates back to the 1920’s, where it earned the reputation as one of the most well respected heavy civil contractors in the Gulf Coast region. In 2009, the company’s growth continued through a merger with Primoris Services Corporation (Primoris), one of the largest companies listed in ENR’s Top 400 Contractors. Supported by the bonding capacity and resources of Primoris, Primoris Heavy Civil has expanded into an even larger role within the heavy civil, infrastructure rehabilitation and transportation industries.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.