Construction Foreman – Excavation & Site ; Pipework Experience

Overview

Woodward Co. is hiring an experienced Construction Foreman to lead excavation, grading, utility, and site prep projects across Utah’s Wasatch Front. You’ll be responsible for managing crew performance, reading plans, operating equipment, and keeping jobs on schedule and on spec.

Location: West Jordan, UT

Pay: $30–$36/hr DOE + performance bonuses

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday with occasional Saturdays

• Lead a 2–6 person field crew through all stages of excavation and site work
• 2+ years of underground utility experience, including mainline
• Read and interpret site plans, grades, and cut/fill schedules
• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, skid steers, dozers and other heavy equipment
• Coordinate inspections, materials, and change orders with ownership and GCs
• Enforce safety standards and maintain a clean, organized jobsite
• Track labor, production, and materials daily

• 2+ years of experience in excavation, utilities, or civil construction
• 2+ years of heavy equipment operation experience, i.e. excavators, dozers, graders, etc.
• Ability to run crews independently with minimal supervision
• Competence in operating tools & equipment such as laser and GPS systems
• Competence in setting up layouts from plans
• Strong communication skills (field to office and with clients)
• Technology-minded (knows and wants to learn about technology in construction)
• Valid driver’s license (CDL or willingness to obtain is a plus)

• Full-time work with a stable pipeline of projects
• Performance bonuses for hitting schedule and quality benchmarks
• Opportunity to grow into Superintendent or Project Manager roles
• Join a team where ownership works alongside the crew and respects the field

Woodward Co. is a dynamic and forward-thinking company with over three decades of experience in excavation and landscaping. We pride ourselves on our commitment to delivering on our promises consistently. From excavation projects to comprehensive landscaping installations, we utilize cutting-edge equipment and technology to ensure top-notch results every time.