Civil Foreman

Ames Construction • Full-time • Central - OH - Johnstown, United States of America • 1d ago

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.

TheCivilForemanis responsible forsupervising daily field operations and leading crews on heavy highway and civil construction projects. This role ensures work is performed safely, efficiently, andin accordance withproject plans, specifications, and schedules.

The Civil Foreman provides hands-on leadership,assistswithequipment and labor,and serves as a key link between field crews and project management.

KeyDuties and Responsibilities

Promote and enforce asafety-first cultureon all job sites.

Provide direct, on-site supervision and leadership to assigned crews.

Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and work requirements.

Works with project management toassistwithscheduling andadjustingdaily work activities to meet production goals.

Manage and oversee excavation activities for assigned crews.

Understand and apply survey and grade staking.

Complete dailyforemanreports and ensureaccurateandtimelysubmission.

Review, verify, andsubmitcrew timecards on a weekly basis.

Identify, analyze, and resolve field issues or unforeseen challenges as they arise.

Communicate effectively with superintendents, project engineers, and other team members to ensure smooth operations.

Other duties assigned bymanager.

Qualifications

Experience asa foremanor supervisor in theHeavy Highway/Civil Constructionindustry.

Working knowledge ofOSHA standardsand safe construction practices.

Strong familiarity with heavy equipment operations and construction tools.

Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Valid Driver’s Licenserequired.

Proficient with power and non-power hand tools and construction equipment.

Ability tofrequentlysit, stand, walk, crouch, kneel, climb, and periodicallylift upto50 lbs.

Positive, team-oriented attitude with strong leadership and motivational skills.

Strong time-management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.

High attention to detail with the ability toidentifyand address discrepancies.

Working Conditions

Projects will be located in the Ohio and West Virginia and surrounding area.Subsequentprojects will be nationally based.

Work is primarily performed on activeconstructionjob sites, including highways, roadways, and heavy civil infrastructure projects.

Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and dust.

Position requires walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting in a construction environment.

May require extended work hours, early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays to meet project schedules.

Frequent interaction with heavy equipment, moving machinery, traffic, and construction hazards; strict adherence to safety protocols isrequired.

Travel between job sites may be required depending on project location.

Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all job sites.

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.

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