Grade Foreman

Civil Site Foreperson – Earthworks and Grading
Greater Toronto Area, Ontario
Heavy Civil Construction | Commercial and Industrial Projects
Full-Time | Field-Based
Expected Union Compensation $110-140K| Company Vehicle and Fuel Card

The Opportunity

An established heavy civil contractor is looking for an experienced Civil Site Foreperson to support earthworks, grading and site-development projects throughout the Greater Toronto Area.

This is a hands-on field leadership position for someone who understands how to organize civil construction work, lead equipment operators and labour crews, and maintain steady production without compromising safety or workmanship.

The successful candidate will take ownership of daily field execution while working with the broader construction team to address changing site conditions, manage resources and keep work progressing against schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of operators, labourers and other field personnel.

• Translate project plans into practical daily and weekly work priorities.

• Coordinate the use of labour, heavy equipment and construction materials.

• Monitor productivity, workmanship and site conditions throughout each shift.

• Support excavation, rough grading, fine grading and general site-development activities.

• Use digital grade-control, survey or layout technology to verify elevations and completed work.

• Interpret civil drawings, grading plans and applicable project specifications.

• Recognize constructability issues, incomplete information and differences between drawings and field conditions.

• Escalate technical or scheduling concerns and assist in developing practical solutions.

• Coordinate upcoming material, equipment and staffing requirements with the construction team.

• Confirm that incoming materials meet project requirements and are available when needed.

• Maintain accurate records covering labour, equipment, production, quality and site activity.

• Conduct or participate in toolbox meetings, inspections and other required safety activities.

• Promote proper care and organization of company equipment, tools and materials.

• Maintain an orderly and professional worksite.

• Assist directly with field activities when required to maintain progress.

• Communicate effectively with subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders.

• Contribute to look-ahead planning and the coordination of upcoming phases of work.

What You Bring

• At least five years of relevant construction experience.

• Strong practical knowledge of excavation, grading, earthmoving or comparable civil construction activities.

• Previous responsibility for directing crews or coordinating field production.

• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings, site plans and specifications.

• Familiarity with GPS-enabled equipment, grade-control systems or digital construction layout.

• Sound judgment when dealing with production challenges and changing field conditions.

• Ability to plan manpower, equipment and materials around project requirements.

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• A consistent commitment to safe work practices.

• Ability to complete field reports and other project documentation accurately.

• Valid driver’s licence with the ability to travel to active projects throughout the GTA.

• Flexibility to work construction schedules that may vary according to operational requirements.

• Ability to perform the physical duties associated with an active civil construction site.

Experience delivering commercial, industrial or large-scale site-development projects would be particularly valuable.

Compensation and Benefits

The position offers:

• Competitive union compensation

• Applicable union pension and benefit provisions.

• Company-provided vehicle.

• Fuel card.

• Stable, full-time employment with an established contractor.

• Exposure to a varied portfolio of civil construction projects.

• Modern equipment and construction technology.

• Opportunities for continued growth and increased field responsibility.

Why Consider This Position?

This opportunity offers meaningful responsibility within an experienced construction operation. You will have the authority to influence how work is planned and executed while remaining actively involved in field operations.

The company values capable construction professionals who communicate clearly, take ownership of their work and understand the importance of balancing production, quality and safety.

Apply

If you have experience leading earthworks or grading operations and are interested in exploring this opportunity, please submit your application for confidential consideration.

Only candidates selected for further discussion will be contacted.

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