Foreman

About Us

Designing Earth Contracting (DEC) utilizes today's latest technology and experienced staff to provide our clients with services that are second to none. Our family-owned business has decades of experience in sitework and utilities services. We are conveniently located in East Bethel, MN and provide services to all of Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.

Designing Earth Contracting's continued success has been built on consistently delivering quality and efficient services to our clients. Our highly skilled staff provide highest degree of customer service and knowledge to our clients. We deliver quality work while always maintaining safety first. This allows us to continually grow our network, maintain repeat business and gain referrals. Our clients consistently experience projects completed within budget, on time and with the highest degree of quality and professionalism.

Position Summary

The Foreman manages the daily site activities for earthwork and sewer & water utilities jobs by ensuring the project is constructed in accordance with safety, design, budget, and schedule. The Foreman manages lead personnel and staff on each project site.

Responsibilities

• Perform site grading for commercial, industrial, and development construction projects.
• Manage and supervise commercial grading jobsites.
• Communicate with Project Manager on scheduling, job needs and issues.
• Communicate with subcontractors in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specification, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays.
• Ability to make judgment calls in the field when needed.
• Ability to demonstrate a proactive, rather than reactive approach to the construction process.
• Establish a safe work environment that complies with OSHA standards and DEC rules and regulations.
• Assist with training and development of employees.
• Establish working relationships with employees, clients, and subcontractors.
• Communicate and schedule inspections and review results if necessary.
• Attend weekly foreman meetings.

Requirements

• Must be in Local 49ers
• Minimum 5 years of grading experience
• Minimum 1 year supervising grading crews
• Experience in commercial and industrial grading
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Safety awareness (OSHA, MMUTCD)
• Must posses a valid driver license and a clean driving record.

Other Requirements

All applicants are required to pass a thorough background check and drug test. References will also be called.

Benefits of joining our team!

• Competitive wages based on expierence
• Annual bonus
• Family owned and operated
• Paid training
• Advancement opportunities
• Family oriented
• Annual events

Equal Opportunity Employer

DEC prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee on the grounds of sex, race, color, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.