Construction General Foreman

Edwards Construction Group is a premier commercial construction firm that has been building the critical infrastructure for communities across California for decades. What truly sets us apart is our integrated, hands-on approach to building. We believe in empowering our people, not just constructing great projects.

With a team of nearly one-hundred industry professionals, we deliver projects across key sectors, including K-12, Higher Education, Civic, and Private Commercial. Our expertise is rooted in a commitment to excellence, driven by innovation in technology, and grounded in an uncompromising dedication to safety.

At ECG, we provide mentorship and growth opportunities in a collaborative environment where every voice is valued. If you are a professional who thrives on challenge and is ready to contribute to a forward-thinking, industry-leading team, we invite you to apply!

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Construction General Foreman. This hands-on leadership role is perfect for an experienced operator and supervisor who thrives in dynamic environments and has a strong commitment to safety, quality, and crew development. If you have a strong understanding of heavy equipment operations and construction site logistics, and the leadership skills to drive a team toward efficient high-quality outcomes, we want to hear from you.

Job Duties:

• Supervise and lead a crew of 2-6 workers on excavation and grading projects.
• Oversee daily earthwork operations including trenching, backfilling, grading, and compaction.
• Interpret blueprints, site plans, and elevation drawings to execute project specifications.
• Schedule tasks, equipment usage, and material deliveries to meet deadlines and productivity goals.
• Operate and supervise use of heavy equipment such as bulldozers, motor graders, scrapers, and compactors.
• Train crew on safe operation, maintenance procedures, and production targets.
• Enforce site safety protocols and ensure full compliance with OSHA and company regulations.
• Monitor soil conditions and compaction standards for each job site.
• Maintain accurate daily logs, approve timesheets, and track production.
• Inspect equipment regularly for safe and efficient operation; schedule and report maintenance needs.
• Foster a collaborative, productive team environment and communicate effectively with project managers, engineers, and other site personnel.