Civil Foreman
About the Opportunity
A leading renewable energy contractor is seeking an experienced Civil Foreman to support the construction of utility-scale solar and ground-mount solar projects. This individual will oversee day-to-day civil construction activities, lead field crews, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate civil construction activities on utility-scale solar projects.
- Lead crews performing site grading, earthwork, trenching, road construction, drainage, and foundation installation.
- Manage daily work plans, manpower allocation, equipment utilization, and production goals.
- Coordinate with project management, subcontractors, inspectors, and clients to maintain project schedules.
- Conduct daily safety meetings and ensure compliance with all site safety standards.
- Review project drawings, specifications, and construction schedules to ensure work is executed correctly.
- Monitor quality control and identify potential issues before they impact project timelines.
- Track production quantities and provide daily progress updates to project leadership.
- Assist with scheduling deliveries, materials management, and equipment coordination.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience as a Civil Foreman, Site Foreman, Grading Foreman, Earthwork Foreman, or related field leadership role.
- Experience working on utility-scale solar, renewable energy, heavy civil, site development, transmission, substation, or large infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of excavation, grading, trenching, drainage, erosion control, and civil construction practices.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and site plans.
- Experience managing field crews and subcontractors.
- Strong commitment to safety and quality.
- OSHA certifications are a plus.
- Ability to travel or work in a site-based environment as required.
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