Foreman​/Heavy Equipment Operator

Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator

Palmetto Site Construction is seeking experienced Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operators to join our Field Operations team. This full-time, on-site role requires strong leadership, advanced heavy equipment operation skills, and the ability to read civil plans and set grades accurately. The ideal candidate will be able to both lead and work alongside crews to ensure efficient and high-quality completion of residential, commercial, and industrial sitework projects.

Palmetto Site Construction specializes in civil construction, utilities, and sitework across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. We're a tight-knit team that values hard work, leadership, and integrity. With local projects that get you home every night, plus great performance bonuses and room to grow, Palmetto Site Construction is where careers are built and success is rewarded.

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Operate a variety of heavy equipment including dozers, excavators, skid steers, and loaders

Perform finish grading (not just rough grade)

Read and interpret civil construction plans

Set up and shoot grades accurately, including base and rover work

Utilize GPS systems on equipment; GPS dozer experience is a plus

Lead field crews and mentor junior team members

Collaborate with supervisors and project managers to maintain schedules and quality standards

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site

Minimum 5 years of experience in sitework and equipment operation

Proficient in reading civil plans and calculating grades

Skilled in finish grading with heavy equipment

GPS and base/rover experience preferred

Strong leadership and team motivation abilities

CEPSC certification is a plus (not required)

Reliable and able to work Monday–Friday, with weekend and overtime availability as needed

Performance Bonuses at job completions

Year-End Bonuses

Bi-weekly Pay Cycle

Retirement Savings Program

Paid Time Off – Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Days

Referral Bonus Program

Career Development – Apprenticeship and Mentorship Training

Work-Life Balance – Home every night

Company Events, Annual Trips & Prizes

Full-Time

Monday to Friday, with weekend and overtime opportunities

Onsite – Local Projects (Home every night)

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.

A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.