Foreman (Earthwork / Grading) at Sterling Construction Company, Inc. – Temple, Texas

Lead and supervise field operations for heavy earthwork, grading, and roadway projects. Oversee grading crews, operate heavy equipment, and ensure quality and safety on-site.

• Manage and coordinate grading crew activities, including hands-on equipment operation
• Interpret blueprints, layout work sites, and shoot grades using levels and GPS
• Inspect work for compliance with specs and safety standards
• Optimize production methods and crew efficiency
• Estimate materials, monitor schedules, and adjust workflows to meet deadlines
• Maintain strong knowledge of equipment capabilities and limitations

• A minimum of 5 years of supervising / crew leadership experience
• A minimum of 8 years of experience of dirt and grading work (subgrade treatment, fine grading).
• A minimum of 8 year (overall) of operating large heavy equipment experience
• A minimum of 8 years of main roadway / highway construction experience required
• Work Safely
• Be able to carry 70 lbs. or more – frequent cross body movements such as bending, climbing, twisting, balancing, stooping, etc.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Flexible availability to include overtime and weekends.
• Valid Driver’s license
• Know how to shoot grade with level an some knowledge of GPS
• Good eye to hand coordination a must. Depth Perception required.
• Experience find grading with various pieces of equipment