What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grade Foreman position at Weider Contracting?
Weider Contracting is seeking an ideal candidate to join our team as a Grade Foreman.
- Are you a hands‑on foreman who leads from the front, works outdoors, and is willing to step in wherever needed to keep the crew productive?
- Do you take pride in planning, executing, and delivering quality work, and seeing projects completed safely and correctly from start to finish?
- Are you a positive, accountable leader who sets the standard for your crew, mentors employees, and enjoys developing skills within the site development and takes pride in developing skills specific to dirt work and site grading?
If so, Weider Contracting has the perfect opportunity for you!
Weider Contracting is a growing team of dedicated and hardworking professionals who thrive in challenging, hands-on environments and aren’t afraid of getting dirty in the process. Our expertise lies in moving the earth and installing the utilities that build the future of our communities. Join us and be part of a team that values hard work, integrity, and safety. Together, we’ll create positive outcomes, embrace growth, and build our future from the ground up.
GRADE FOREMAN MISSION: Lead grade crews safely and efficiently while delivering precise site grading through strong leadership, technical expertise, and a productive jobsite culture.
Our Core Values:
- Put Safety First
- Never compromise a safe working environment for our people and those around us.
- Commit to fostering a culture of safe working practices and a desire to learn and improve.
- Do What’s Right
- Act with honesty and integrity.
- Deliver work the right way.
- Hold self and others accountable.
- Win-Win-Win
- Work with those who are interested in creating positive outcomes for all stakeholders: our clients, our people, and our company.
- Grow Together
- Create opportunities for our people to be their best, personally and professionally.
- Be open to change and learning new skills.
- Foster partnerships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers that make us all better businesses.
- Give Back
- Share knowledge that benefits the industry and the people it impacts.
- Participate in and support the communities where we live and work.
Key Responsibilities and Description of Duties:
Safety & Compliance
- Identify and proactively address unsafe working conditions before incidents occur
- Enforce safety policies by ensuring proper use of PPE and compliance with all safety procedures
- Advanced safety training with strong knowledge of excavation and trench safety
- Ability to safely shut down active utility lines during emergency situations when required
- Proper use of confined space tools, safety devices, and procedures
- Strong commitment to enforcing safety standards and jobsite best practices
- Ability to set a positive tone daily and foster a respectful, safety-first culture
Leadership & Crew Management
- Lead grade crew operations while setting the standard for safety, quality, and productivity
- Lead by example through hands-on involvement and adherence to company standards
- Maintain a calm, professional demeanor when resolving issues or working under pressure
- Encourage employee growth by supporting skill development and sound decision-making
- Maintain a positive jobsite atmosphere that promotes teamwork and accountability
- Effectively communicate with crew members, management, inspectors, and other jobsite personnel
- Conduct difficult or corrective conversations in a professional and respectful manner
Planning, Productivity & Reporting
- Plan and clearly communicate daily work activities, goals, and expectations to crew members
- Forecast and schedule labor, equipment, and material needs in advance
- Identify work activities that fall outside of contract scope and communicate accordingly
- Complete daily reports accurately and on time, including detailed descriptions of the work performed
- Consistently document work with photos and upload them with daily timecards
Technical & Field Skills
- Ability to read and interpret site plans, grades, and survey stakeout
- Ability to shoot grades using a level and properly use grade rods
- Experience laying out grading, pipe, and structures from survey stakeout
- Proficiency with on-site GPS technology for layout and grading operations
- Ability to identify different soil types, hardscape materials, and loose materials
- Ability to safely and efficiently perform asphalt and concrete cutting when required
- Ability to operate water removal devices and manage site drainage conditions
Position Type: Full Time
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Grade Crew Foreman in site development or heavy civil work
- Strong leadership abilities with a high level of safety awareness and organizational skills
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy materials and standing for extended periods
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Regular attendance and punctuality are required
Compensation:
- Salary Position: Based on competency and skill level.
- Vehicle reimbursement and fuel card.
- Accrued paid time off (PTO) at start of employment, and paid holidays after 6 months.
- Employer-sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefit Plans become available on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.