Foreman, Construction, Construction Labor ​/ Trades

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are the reason we continue to succeed. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected.

At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means we look out for one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company. Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges and deliver work we’re proud of.

When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success — where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.

• Coordinate daily tasks according to priorities and plans, adapting to weather, materials, and personnel changes.
• Delegate individual responsibilities and projects to crew members and contractors.
• Train, mentor, and supervise employees and contractors.
• Provide adequate resources to meet project schedules, laws, regulations, best practices and safety needs.
• Emphasize safe use of tools, machinery, and equipment and provide training on safety gear and procedures.
• Develop and manage quality standards for sites.
• Resolve conflicts or miscommunications quickly and amicably.
• Regularly report project status to supervisors, site engineers, and other parties.

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in a supervisory or related role with proven leadership skills.
• Working knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction and repair of structures.
• Technical skills for interpreting construction methods, technologies, and technical drawings.
• Ability to drive projects to completion on time and within budget.
• Experience in training, mentoring, and supervising workers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to convey information to others effectively.
• Customer‑service skills to communicate with inspectors and administration, developing a positive relationship.
• Time‑management skills to meet deadlines and ensure construction phases are completed on‑time.

• Location:
  
  Farmington, NM (subsequent projects may be nationally based).
• Travel:
  Expected to travel to project locations, sometimes nationally.
• Construction site environment: physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach, and climb; may be exposed to high noise levels.

This position is subject to the Navajo Preference in Employment Act (NPEA). In accordance with the NPEA, preference in hiring and employment shall be given to enrolled members of the Navajo Nation who meet the minimum qualifications for the position applied for.

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.