Grading Crew Superior

Job Title: Grading Crew Supervisor
Department: Earthwork & Infrastructure
Reports To: VP of Earthwork & Infrastructure
Location: Various project sites across Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, and Montana
Status: Hourly (Non-Exempt)
Pay Rate: $35–$50 per hour, Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education, plus fringe benefits
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time | Seasonal
Typical Schedule: Project-dependent; approximately 70+ hours per week during construction season
Start Date: February 2026

Position Summary
The Grading Crew Supervisor is responsible for managing daily field operations of the grading crew to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of earthwork and grading activities on highway, roadway, and civil infrastructure projects. This role combines hands-on leadership with technical expertise, coordinating personnel, equipment operators, and trucking logistics to meet production goals, maintain safety standards, and ensure compliance with project specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Supervise and direct grading crew activities, including excavation, embankment, fine grading, and subgrade preparation.
• Interpret project plans, blueprints, and survey stakes; verify grade accuracy and alignment with specifications.
• Coordinate with project managers, surveyors, and trucking dispatch to maintain balanced site logistics and timely material movement.
• Plan daily work assignments, equipment needs, and crew staffing to achieve schedule and productivity targets.
• Conduct weekly safety meetings and enforce company and OSHA safety protocols.
• Train and mentor operators and laborers on grading techniques, equipment operation, and quality standards.
• Monitor work progress to ensure proper drainage, slopes, compaction, and tolerances.
• Inspect work zones for quality control, erosion prevention, and environmental compliance.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, including quantities, equipment hours, and labor tracking.
• Communicate effectively with project management and field teams to resolve operational issues.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, utility locators, and trucking operations for safe and efficient workflow.
• Ensure equipment is operated and maintained per company standards and manufacturer guidelines.

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Qualifications
• 3–5 years of experience in heavy civil or highway grading.
• 1–2 years in a leadership or supervisory role preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred with acceptable driving record.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations.
• Strong understanding of earthmoving, soil stabilization, and grading operations.

Competencies & Skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and grade stakes.
• Proficiency with slope control and GPS/laser-guided equipment systems preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency in all operations.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (dozer, motor grader, excavator, scraper, etc.) as needed.

Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and standing.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, dust, noise).
• Tolerance for long hours and extended periods of standing and walking on uneven terrain.

Work Environment
• Field-based construction sites with exposure to heavy equipment, traffic, and changing conditions.
• Seasonal overtime and extended hours during peak construction season.
• Requires travel to multiple job sites; overnight stays may be necessary.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.