Heavy Civil Foreman

🚜 Build Utah’s Roads, Parks and Utilities with Precision – Join S&L Inc as a Heavy Civil Working Foreman! 🚜

Job Title: Heavy Civil Working Foreman
Company Name: S&L Inc
Pay Range: $36 – $48+ per hour (depending on experience) + Year-End Bonus

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Schedule:

Monday–Friday

Location:

Lindon, UT
Industry: Civil Construction / Utilities / Sitework (Commercial, Industrial, Government or Federal)

S&L Inc is seeking multiple experienced Heavy Civil Working Foremen to lead heavy civil construction crews across Salt Lake and Utah Counties. This is a hands‑on, working Foreman position responsible for the safe, efficient, and profitable execution of roadwork, excavation, underground utilities, grading, and site development projects.

The Road Foreman plays a critical leadership role in field operations — managing manpower, equipment, production rates, subcontractors, and daily reporting while ensuring projects remain on schedule and within budget. This position reports directly to the Project Superintendent and Project Manager and serves as a key representative of S&L on the jobsite.

S&L Inc has been building Utah since the 1970s. As a multi‑million‑dollar heavy civil general contractor operating primarily throughout Salt Lake and Utah Counties, we’ve built our reputation on quality workmanship, reliability, and long‑term relationships.

Our project portfolio includes municipal utility work, road and street construction, environmental remediation, public parks, large residential developments, and commercial and industrial site packages. A large portion of our team has been with us 5, 10, even 20+ years — because we invest in our people and provide real career growth.

At S&L, production is measured against Scope – Budget – Schedule – Job Cost. We equip our teams with modern equipment, integrated GPS technology, and digital project management tools to stay ahead in the field.

Lead and supervise heavy civil crews on active road and sitework projects

Plan daily and short‑term work activities for manpower, equipment, trucking, and subcontractors

Operate heavy equipment as needed (working Foreman role)

Coordinate with Superintendents and Project Managers to align production with budget and schedule

Communicate effectively with owners’ representatives, inspectors, subcontractors, and vendors

Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with OSHA and company standards

Maintain daily field reports including manpower, equipment usage, and production tracking

Identify potential hazards, conflicts, or scope issues before they impact the project

Manage workflow for excavation, grading, utility installation, compaction, and structural/flatwork prep

Coordinate survey/layout needs and inspection scheduling

Monitor quality control to ensure work meets plans and specifications

• 5+ years of heavy construction experience (mass excavation, road building, site packages, subdivision development)
• 2+ years in a leadership role (Lead Operator, Foreman, or Superintendent level support)
• Strong ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, RFIs, and submittals
• Ability to operate multiple types of heavy equipment including:
  • Track hoe (20-ton+)
  • Wheel loader (3‑cy+)
  • Dozer (D6‑D10)
  • Roller/Compactor
  • Mini‑excavator
  • Grader and scraper knowledge preferred (Top Con GPS++)
• Knowledge of production rates and equipment capabilities
• Comfortable using smartphone/tablet‑based plans, timekeeping apps, and digital reporting tools
• Experience with Topcon GPS systems preferred (training available!)
• Experience with Plan Grid or Autodesk Build preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining safety and productivity
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply
• $36 – $48+ per hour (based on experience)
• Year‑End Bonus
• 401(k) with Company Matching!
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• Paid Holidays
• Company Truck with Fuel Card (Foreman package)
• Company Smartphone & Tablet (or allowance package)
• Paid Training & Certifications
• Modern Equipment & Technology

Full‑Time

Monday – Friday

Overtime based on project demands

Onsite throughout Salt Lake County and Utah County

Projects include municipal roadwork, utilities, parks, environmental restoration, and commercial/industrial site development

Daily reporting location varies by assigned project

We are proud to be 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, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.