Civil Foreman

Ames Construction has built America for more than 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining and rail. Ames isan employee-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader.

Equipped with our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top
65 general contractor.

The Civil Foremanis  responsible for supervising daily field operations and leading crews on heavy highway and civil construction projects. This role ensures work is performed safely, efficiently, andin accordance with project plans, specifications, and schedules.

The Civil Foreman provides hands-on leadership,assistswithequipment and labor,and serves as a key link between field crews and project management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce asafety-first cultureon all job sites.

• Provide direct, on-site supervision and leadership to assigned crews.

• Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and work requirements.

• Works with project management toassistwithscheduling andadjustingdaily work activities to meet production goals.

• Manage and oversee excavation activities for assigned crews.

• Understand and apply survey and grade staking.

• Complete dailyforemanreports and ensureaccurateandtimelysubmission.

• Review, verify, andsubmitcrew timecards on a weekly basis.

• Identify, analyze, and resolve field issues or unforeseen challenges as they arise.

• Communicate effectively with superintendents, project engineers, and other team members to ensure smooth operations.

• Other duties assigned bymanager.

Qualifications

• Experience asa foremanor supervisor in the Heavy Highway/Civil Construction industry.

• Working knowledge ofOSHA standard sand safe construction practices.

• Strong familiarity with heavy equipment operations and construction tools.

• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Valid Driver's License required.

• Proficient with power and non-power hand tools and construction equipment.

• Ability tofrequentlysit, stand, walk, crouch, kneel, climb, and periodically lift upto
  50 lbs.

• Positive, team-oriented attitude with strong leadership and motivational skills.

• Strong time-management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.

• High attention to detail with the ability toidentifyand address discrepancies.

Working Conditions

• This projectislocatedin
  
  Columbus,Ohio.
  
  Subsequent projects will be nationally based.

• Work is primarily performed on activeconstructionjob sites, including highways, roadways, and heavy civil infrastructure projects.

• Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and dust.

• Position requires walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting in a construction environment.

• May require extended work hours, early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays to meet project schedules.

• Frequent interaction with heavy equipment, moving machinery, traffic, and construction hazards; strict adherence to safety protocols is required.

• Travel between job sites may be required depending on project location.

• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all job sites.

This job description is not designed to cover orcontaina comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required ofthe employee for this job. Duties,responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test is required

Ames Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.