Civil Construction Foreman Position Available In Rutland, Vermont

Civil Construction Foreman 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Killington, VT Casella Construction is currently seeking to hire a Civil Construction Foreman to join our Heavy Civil Construction Team in Pittsford, Vermont. This position will support projects across Central Vermont. The Civil Construction Foreman is responsible for assisting the Superintendent with daily planning, directing and motivating crews, managing equipment and materials, and ensuring that all work is completed safely, on time, and within budget. This role requires a strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude and a commitment to high standards of quality and safety. The ideal candidate is a technically proficient, self-motivated leader in heavy civil construction who thrives in a fast-paced environment. They are organized, goal-driven, and excel in communication and technology. With deep expertise in excavation and utility installation, they confidently interpret plans, lead teams, and solve field challenges. This professional Civil Construction Foreman is eager to contribute to a forward-thinking team that values innovation and industry leadership.

Responsibilities:

Maintain Productive workflow Responsible for enforcement of safety standards with crew and others on worksite. Read plans and coordinate layout with supervisors. Utilize survey benchmarks and offsets to lay out work at hand. Complete daily paperwork and communicate effectively with all Casella Construction personnel Training requirements, both in person and online, as needed or required.

Winter Maintenance Responsibilities:

Requires the ability to plow snow during the winter months across various locations in the state of Vermont and New Hampshire. Must be able to operate snow removal equipment such as snowplows, salt spreaders, and snow blowers. Must be proficient in handling both light and heavy-duty vehicles equipped for snow removal, ensuring safe and clear passage on roads and pathways. Must be able to work in cold weather conditions and perform physical labor as needed.

Qualifications:

2+ years’ experience as a heavy civil construction foreman Thorough knowledge or planning, layout and execution of excavation, backfill and underground piping/utilities (Ductile iron pipe, PVC pipe, HDE pipe, reinforced concrete pipe, precast structures) Ability to provide accurate layout for line and grade from established benchmarks. Competency in working with deep excavations requiring the use of trench boxes and other support systems. Experience in mass excavation, demolition, site work and utility line work. Ability to operate heavy equipment – Loader, Haul truck, Excavator. Ability to read plans and specifications. Ability to take direction and manage multiple people. Desire to learn and constantly improve. Excellent oral communication skills. Good computer skills and experience with construction software, field logs. Ability to work outdoors in all weather. Able to lift 50lbs. Stand, kneel, walk, and stop for extended periods of time. Must be 18 years or older. High School Diploma or GED Valid driver’s license.

Attributes:

Professionally and technically competent in heavy civil construction Ability to identify and resolve any problems that may arise Strong computer and communication skills Self-starting, highly motivated, and goal-oriented Organized with a systematic approach to tasks for accuracy and efficiency Adept at reading and interpreting plans and specifications. Thorough understanding of planning, layout, and execution of excavation, backfill, and underground piping/utilities. Capable of taking direction and managing multiple people effectively.

Company Benefits and Opportunities:

Casella Construction offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, supplemental insurances, and 401(k) retirement options including a company match. If offered the position, you will also receive a company paid iPhone, iPad, Company Vehicle, and Fuel Card. Apply Online or In Person!

Who We Are:

Joseph Casella and John Casella II are the second generation of the Casella family, carrying on a legacy that was built on hard work, grit, determination, and most of all, innovation. Together with a team equally committed to exemplifying the highest industry standards, and reinventing systems to create effective solutions when old methods no longer serve new thinking. Casella Construction has evolved to become an industry-leading company in the field. Our strength is in our team, who we continue to invest in and depend on to help expand critical areas of our business, including heavy highway construction, demolition, utility installation, environmental contracting, commercial site development, land management, aggregate, transportation, and fleet maintenance. Casella Construction’s success is attributed to our employees’ love of the industry, our leadership’s drive to remain at the forefront of technology and environmental stewardship, and our collective ability to thrive in dynamic situations. Equal Opportunity Employer Casella Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Women and minorities encouraged to apply.