Foreman - Grading

New Terrain Grading is the sitework division of J. Davis Inc., a family-owned organization providing construction, grading, supplemental maintenance, and industrial services to South Carolina, Georgia, and North Carolina. With four divisions and three offices in the coastal and upstate regions of South Carolina, we are proud to offer superior services to the southeastern United States.Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application.Now, with a wealth of resources and the goal of better serving our clients, we are passionate about people, eager to make the grade, and thrilled for what the future holds. Be a member of our team and help us level the playing field.New Terrain Grading is seeking a Superintendent. This role is responsible for keeping production levels up on their projects while maintaining project schedule and deadlines as stipulated by the executed contract. This person will work closely with the assigned project team to establish the direction of each project, manage and coordinate the crew's performance, and ensure a safe and quality project is delivered on time and within budget.Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesReviews project plans and details for any potential safety risks and constructability issuesConsults with Safety Consultant for issues outside expertiseOversight of all active jobs (safety, efficiency, scheduling, logistics and quality)Oversees all facets of the Assistant Superintendents and crews assigned including quality of workAssist with estimating and preconstruction as neededAssists Project Manager with updating of scheduleCoordinates Release of Delivery of materials associated with work and other subs as needed when on siteRecord daily logs and job site analysis into ProcoreGive clear directions to Assistant Superintendent/Crew assigned as to what needs to be done to avoid rework and assigns crew members to daily tasks and equipmentAct as a leader and supervisorRepresent the company along with PM in meetings with owners, clients and sub-contractorsDirect sub-contractors and maintain material inventoryEnsure compliance with company policy and procedurePerform safety and quality control audits, per company policyResponsible for all safety enforcement on project per policyApprove time off requests for Assistant Superintendent and Crew MembersEvery Friday by close of business (preferably daily) log into exact time to verify all time charged is accurate in duration and cost code to all jobs assignedProvide Project Manager with Status Report, weeklyResponsible for the safe operation of equipment and operations on the job siteImplements the project plan as necessaryEnsures equipment hours are recorded on daily reports and accessible for Project ManagerEnsures equipment inspections sheets are filled out daily in ProcoreEnsures machines are properly greased dailyReports maintenance or operation issues with equipment-to-Equipment DivisionFixes minor issues with equipment, where capable, to ensure production goals are metMaintain receipts for all job-related purchase and turn receipts in to Project ManagerPerform job site hazard analysis every morning with crew before work begins on projectResponsible for maintaining and submitting working hours for themselves and crew membersHandles employee disputes on the jobsite and makes recommendations to General Super for disciplinary actionServes as the customers point of contact on the job siteInteract with customer, on the job, and resolve any customer issues with J. Davis managementAdvises Project Manager/General Super of all equipment needs or breakdownsSkills and Qualifications:3+ Years of experience leading civil crewsUnderstanding of the material, means and methods of grading, road construction, utility construction and equipment operation and maintenanceMust be computer literate with a working knowledge of MS Office applicationsFamiliarity with construction project management software is a plus, but not requiredAble to read blueprints and engineered drawingsAbility to operate grading equipmentAbility to operate GPS equipmentStrong written and verbal communication skills that align with core valuesBenefits:Full benefits package including company paid medical, dental, and vision401(k) and 401(k) matchingPaid time off and Paid HolidaysVehicle AllowanceCell AllowancePaid Parental leaveClothing AllowanceGym ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramLife CoachWellness CoachLife InsuranceShort- and Long-Term DisabilityGrowth opportunitiesMuch more!

Created: 2025-08-12