Grade Foreman

Make your impact on South Carolina! Our company is currently seeking a General Civil Superintendent to support projects in the Columbia/Lexington areas. Are you ready to make a lasting impact on your community? At J.C. Wilkie Construction, we’re not just building infrastructure, we’re shaping the future of South Carolina! As a leading, privately owned company specializing in water and sewer installation, storm drainage, and roadway construction, we’re on a thrilling growth trajectory, and we want YOU to be a part of it!

We can’t wait to meet you and share the exciting opportunities that await at J.C. Wilkie Construction. Let’s build something great together!

• Supervise and lead site grading crew on various construction and development sites.
• Perform and oversee fine grading for building pads, roadways, and other site areas.
• Experience in laying Storm, Sewer and Water.
• Ensure proper elevations, slopes, and tolerances using GPS, and/or laser equipment.
• Coordinate daily work activities and ensure adherence to project plans and schedules.
• Operate grading and earthmoving equipment as needed to support crew operations.
• Inspect work for accuracy, quality, and compliance with specifications.
• Maintain a safe work environment and enforce company safety policies.
• Communicate effectively with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other team members.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and ensure tools and materials are properly used and cared for.

• 3+ years of experience in site development, grading and earthwork construction.
• Prior experience as a foreman in fine/rough grading preferred.
• Strong understanding of grading plans, blueprints, and construction layouts.
• Skilled in GPS grading systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Valid Driver's License with clean motor vehicle record.

• Strong understanding of grading plans, blueprints, and construction layouts.
• Skilled in GPS grading systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience as a foreman in fine/rough grading preferred.

• Top Competitive pay.
• Health Coverage:
  Enjoy 100% company paid employee health insurance
  —because we care about your health.
• Life Insurance:
  We’ve got you covered with company-paid life insurance.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Benefit from Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to recharge and enjoy life.
• Secure Your Future:
  Our 401(k) plan includes a generous match—100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 2%.
• Profit Sharing:
  Share in the success of our company!
• Dental and Vision.

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.