Grade Foreperson

Position Overview

Front line supervisory position that oversees the day to day completion of projects. This role manages laborers and operators to accomplish daily tasks with a primary focus on Storm Utility, Dirt/Earth Work, and Miscellaneous Concrete Work. The individual must be willing to travel to job locations.

• Lead crew in a safety culture and help ensure a safe working environment.
• Work with Project Manager and Superintendent to achieve timely job‑specific instructions.
• Supervise, coordinate, train, and coach assigned personnel in the completion of jobs and daily work duties.
• Read, interpret, and follow owner’s plans and specifications.
• Supervise equipment operators and laborers to ensure work is done according to field layout and plans.
• Ensure proper compaction of material, quality handwork, ride‑ability and overall aesthetics of work.
• Perform equipment operator and laborer duties when necessary.
• Notify Project Manager and Superintendent of changes that cause a variation to previous instruction; obtain approval before adjusting plans.
• Ensure employees operate and maintain equipment properly; notify shop of mechanical and safety issues.
• Maintain job site and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Maintain time and material records for daily job costing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum 5 years of related construction field experience (desired).
• Knowledge of materials and equipment needed to perform tasks.
• Ability to read plans and specifications.
• Mathematical understanding to calculate grades, slopes, yields, etc.

• Pass pre‑employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Pass a pre‑employment “Fit for Work” physical.
• Provide valid documentation for the I‑9 immigration document.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co‑workers, supervisors and the general public at all times.
• Report to work at the designated start time.
• Be able to work long hours when required.
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co‑workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be able to complete safe driver training, possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

• Proficient in Microsoft Applications with the ability to learn new software systems as needed.
• Excellent communication skills with direct reports, co‑workers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Decision‑making skills for cost‑effective solutions when a superintendent is absent.

• Valid driver’s license is preferred.

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

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Idaho Materials & Construction, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.