Working Construction Foreman

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Experienced Working Foreman

Company: Riverton Contractors, Inc.
Location: South Prairie, WA (South King County and Pierce County)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Starting Salary: $50 to $75 per hour

About Riverton Contractors

Riverton Contractors, Inc. is a Level-U certified general contractor with over 40 years’ experience in residential & commercial site development, underground utility installation, excavation, and design services. Our technical earthwork expertise & project commitment lends perspective and value to our development customers ensuring successful planning, navigation, and completion of their projects. We have completed a variety of complex projects throughout the Puget Sound region resulting in hundreds of satisfied customers. Currently our primary focus is site prep for tract developments and supplement these with a variety of different unique and interesting land development projects from our loyal customer base.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Working Foreman to lead our field operations. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven leader to join a well-established company with over 40 years of success in specialized underground utility and site development work. You will have the opportunity to gain experience with the company while leading diverse and challenging projects throughout the south Puget Sound area. You will work in a challenging but rewarding environment where every day poses new opportunities to gain experience and expand your construction site knowledge. Owners lend their 40 years of experience to help further your career development. If you are dependable, have the drive to excel in a dynamic work environment, have a strong work ethic with desire to have a rewarding, well compensated career, please apply. We generously compensate our employees and offer extensive benefits.

Key Responsibilities

You will supervise, plan, and coordinate daily field operations for underground utility projects while leading crews in excavation, site development, and utility installation. Your role includes overseeing & completing clearing, grading, underground utility installation, including storm, sewer, water and joint trench, and connecting the development to the jurisdictional utility main systems while ensuring all work meets quality standards, project specifications, and jurisdictional inspection approvals. Daily responsibilities involve implementing and enforcing safety protocols on all job sites, coordinating with project managers, clients, vendors, and subcontractors. You will train and mentor laborers and junior crew members, collaborate with pipelayers and operators, while managing equipment, materials, and project needs and schedules. You will be working outdoors in all weather and need to have mental & physical stamina and strength to demonstrate and ensure proper techniques, training, task execution, and job productivity. Quality control inspections, problem-solving, and job action plans will be essential parts of your leadership role.

Required Qualifications

We require a minimum of 5 years’ experience for the Working Foreman position with extensive knowledge of underground utilities including water, sewer, and storm systems. Proficient experience with excavation and site development projects is essential, and Level-U Fire Sprinkler System experience is preferred. You will need proven leadership and crew management skills along with a strong understanding of construction safety regulations including basic construction safety and specialized safety for heavy equipment, confined spaces, trenching, and rigging. The ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications is required, along with a valid driver's license with a safe driving record. Excellent communication and critical thinking skills are essential for success in this role.

Required Experience

You must have 5 years of direct & proficient experience of laboring, operating, and supervising crews using heavy equipment including excavators, loaders, heavy duty diesel utility pickup trucks, off road dump trucks, compaction equipment, rollers, generators, and compressors plus experience using an engineers’ tape measures and a variety of small construction and hand tools. Proficient experience with specialized pipelaying equipment, laser level systems, grade rods, and GPS grading technology along with understanding of survey and utility locate markings is required for this supervisory role.

Preferred Qualifications

Level U Fire sprinkle certification or equivalent for WA state licensing, knowledge of Washington State construction codes and regulations, Confined Space training, Competent Person training, CPR/First Aid certifications. Having experience with tablets, smartphones, Dropbox, and email is important as well as the ability to document important job information like material usage, daily progress, safety program requirements, & employee needs.

What We Offer

Starting salary for experienced Working Foreman is $50/hour base salary and will increase depending on experience and successful execution of duties. We provide comprehensive benefits package including retirement, health benefits, and a company truck for qualified employees. You will work with an established, financially stable company on a variety of challenging and interesting projects in a supportive team environment. We provide opportunities for professional development and career advancement while offering the stability of joining a company that has over 40 years of successful operations and values long-term employee relationships.

Company Culture

Our commitment to employees and customers is evident in our projects. Our unwavering dedication to core values of quality, safety, productivity, and client success is clear in every project we complete. Join a team that values technical expertise, professional growth, and leadership development in the specialized construction industry.

To Apply: Send resume and references to Office@rivertoncontractors.com

Riverton Contractors, Inc.
PO Box 205, South Prairie, WA 98385
Phone: 253.891.2733
Website: www.RivertonContractors.com

Riverton Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off/Paid Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Paid Holidays

Schedule:

• Weekends off
• M-F workdays
• Year around work
• Overtime as needed

Supplemental Pay Types:

• Discretionary Bonus Pay
• Discretionary Profit Sharing
• Health Savings Account Eligible
• Company Truck for Qualified Hires

Experience Required:

• Working Foreman Experience 5 years minimum
• Operator Status, Proficient with Heavy Equipment including those listed above 5 years minimum.
• Pipelaying Crew Experience

Work Location: In Person at Multiple Locations Primarily South King County and Pierce County.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50.00 - $75.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Construction: 5 years (Preferred)
• Heavy Equipment Operator: 5 years (Preferred)
• Pipelaying: 2 years (Preferred)
• Working Foreman: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50 - $75