Grade & Pipe Foreperson

Grade & Pipe Foreperson

River Bend Construction, a CRH company, is part of the CRH West Division family. We are a national aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and construction company with over 80 years of experience in quality rock products, concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services.

We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Grading and Pipe Foreperson. The ideal candidate will be an experienced construction professional looking for a challenging opportunity with an industry leader. In this role, you will supervise and coordinate construction activities for pipe installation and heavy civil construction projects.

Eugene, OR is the home base. Travel to Roseburg and Salem as needed.

Days, nights, and weekends as required. Schedule varies based on business demands.

• Current member of Laborers#737 or Operators#701, or ability to join.
• 3+ years experience in heavy civil construction including grading, excavation, underground utilities, site work.
• Experienced leader skilled in managing personnel, scheduling, and equipment.
• Strong commitment to coaching, mentoring, feedback, and maintaining a safe workplace.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Excellent customer‑service skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities.
• Proficient reading of blueprints, site specifications, and project plans.
• Capable of performing basic math in all units of measure.
• Safety‑mindful with good attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and nights.
• Compliance with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and all applicable company and state regulations.
• Passes pre‑employment drug screen and physical examination.
• Current U.S. authorization to work or ability to obtain it before the start date.

• Manage personnel safely and effectively, providing onsite direction during the workday.
• Plan, troubleshoot, and schedule daily work assignments, prioritize tasks, and requisition materials and equipment.
• Maintain required written records, logs, progress reports, time and weight tickets, attendance records, and safety documentation.
• Interpret blueprints, charts, maps, and other construction drawings and plans.
• Review cost, quantity, and utilization reports to ensure efficient labor and equipment use.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to schedule work and coordinate with the plant and dispatcher for materials, trucking, and labor.
• Consult with other supervisors and engineers, attend meetings, perform on‑site inspections, and conduct weekly safety meetings.
• Promptly communicate with supervisors about material flaws.
• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Perform other tasks as required to meet business needs.
• Maintain regular, timely attendance and participate in an inclusive work environment.

• Frequent sitting, climbing, and hand use to signal and operate equipment.
• Occasional standing, walking, crawling, kneeling, bending, and reaching with arms above shoulders.
• Occasional lifting or moving up to 50‑75 lbs.
• Requires close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision.

• Exposure to traffic hazards and moving mechanical parts; outdoor weather conditions and vibration.
• Frequent wet or humid environments.
• Typically loud noise level; PPE provided.
• Typical motions include bending, hammering, stooping, pushing, pulling, squatting, and throwing; walking and standing dominate the workday.

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values growth, development, and internal promotion

CRH is a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies, and large enterprises that together form a decentralized, diversified organization. It offers a small‑company environment with the career opportunities of a large international organization.

River Bend Construction, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal‑opportunity employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you want to know more, please consult our internal EEO policy.