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Englewood, CO

Earthwork Foreman

Englewood, CO, Englewood, Colorado, us, 80151

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Job Details Job Location:

Englewood, CO 80112

Position Type:

Full Time

Salary Range:

$37.00 - $43.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage:

Road Warrior

Job Category:

Construction

Job Level:

Mid to Senior level

Employment Type:

Full Time

Pay:

$37 - $43/hour (depending on experience)

Benefits:

Our full-time staff are offered a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and future goals. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with 4% matching fully vested from the start date, a 529 college savings plan, and flexible paid time off to ensure a healthy work‑life balance.

Location:

based out of our Englewood (Denver), CO headquarters. This position is expected to work onsite at a variety of locations and conditions may vary.

HPM is seeking a highly experienced

Traveling Earthwork and Mining Foreman

to lead daily on‑site operations for earthmoving, excavation, grading, material hauling, and related activities across diverse mining, aggregate, reclamation, heavy civil, and infrastructure projects throughout Colorado. This traveling role requires supervising crews and heavy equipment operators in challenging environments, with a primary focus on safety, productivity, quality control, schedule adherence, and budget management. As the on‑ground leader, you will bridge project management, engineers, owners, subcontractors, and field crews to deliver safe, efficient, compliant, and profitable results. Expect extensive travel, potential extended site stays, and rotational schedules in remote or high‑altitude locations.

About HPM, Inc.:

HPM is a General Contractor located in Englewood, Colorado with a focus in three primary working groups: 1) Federal, 2) Commercial, and 3) Civil. We work all throughout the front range and select locations throughout Colorado, as well as key projects out of state including our secondary office in Anchorage, AK. We pride ourselves in managing clean, organized, and professional projects from start to finish with an emphasis on successful client relationships. Much of our work is for repeat clients including local governments, private clients, and the federal government. We utilize proven project management fundamentals on each of our projects. In both 2019 and 2022, we earned recognition as a "Best Place to Work" by the Denver Business Journal. Additionally, in 2020, we were honored as "Denver's Fastest Growing Company" among large companies by the same publication. As we continue to expand, we seek talented, motivated, and collaborative individuals to join our team.

HPM Core Values:

Collaboration, Drive, Family, Integrity, and Safety

Key Responsibilities

Direct daily earthwork and mining site operations, including excavation, dozing, loading, hauling, backfilling, compaction, grading, and material processing in mining/quarry settings and civil projects.

Supervise, train, motivate, and coordinate crews of operators, laborers, and support staff; assign priorities, resolve issues, and conduct performance reviews.

Champion safety: Enforce MSHA and OSHA protocols, lead daily Job Hazard Analyses, weekly toolbox talks, tailgate meetings, and site inspections; identify/mitigate hazards, ensure full compliance, and model safe practices (including PPE).

Drive production: Monitor daily output, equipment efficiency, material quantities, and progress; adjust operations to meet schedules, budgets, and quality specs.

Interpret and execute plans/specifications/drawings; perform layout and set elevations using surveying tools (levels, lasers, GPS/RTS systems); ensure accurate grading, excavation, and compaction.

Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, engineers, owners, subcontractors, utility locators (e.g., Gopher One), and regulators; attend meetings, troubleshoot delays, and foster strong relationships.

Manage heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, haul trucks, etc.): Oversee inspections, maintenance, fueling, and optimal utilization.

Handle documentation: Daily logs, timekeeping, production reports, change orders, safety records, and inventories; use digital platforms (e.g., Autodesk/PlanGrid) for markups and reporting.

Anticipate needs: Order materials/equipment, coordinate logistics, and support pre‑construction, punch list, and closeout phases.

Other Duties:

Please be aware that this job description may not encompass all duties or responsibilities expected of the employee. Responsibilities and tasks may vary, subject to change with or without prior notification.

Qualifications Required Qualifications and Skills

7+ years of progressive experience

as an Earthwork/Mining Foreman or Supervisor in heavy civil, highway, site development, mining, aggregate, or reclamation operations (Colorado experience strongly preferred).

Proven hands‑on proficiency operating heavy equipment (dozers, excavators, loaders, graders, etc.) is required.

Current

MSHA training/certification

(Part 46 or Part 48, as applicable to surface/underground operations; including annual refresher training).

Current

OSHA training/certification

(OSHA 10‑Hour or 30‑Hour Construction Outreach preferred; strong knowledge of OSHA standards for construction safety).

In‑depth expertise in earthwork techniques, grading/excavation/backfill/compaction, mining site safety (MSHA/OSHA), and construction/mining drawings.

Ability to read/interpret civil/mining plans and use GPS/surveying equipment for precise layout and grade control.

Exceptional leadership, verbal/written communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Valid Driver's License with clean record; CDL (Class A) preferred.

Willingness to travel extensively across Colorado, with extended assignments, rotational schedules (e.g., weeks on/off), overtime, and flexible hours as needed.

Broad knowledge of related trades (utilities, concrete, reclamation) and equipment maintenance.

Proficiency with project management software (e.g., PlanGrid, HeavyJob) is a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This demanding outdoor role involves Colorado's varied conditions (high altitude, extreme weather, dust, noise).

Frequently lift/carry 50+ lbs, stand/walk extended periods, bend, kneel, climb, and work at heights (up to 50 ft) or depths (up to 80 ft).

Constant exposure to heavy equipment, traffic, noise, dust, and all weather extremes.

Must be capable of extended hours, early starts, late finishes, and weekends.

Applicants will undergo pre‑employment checks, including criminal background, drug screening, and Motor Vehicle Record review, as well as potential reference checks and education verifications.

HPM participates in eVerify.

HPM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, upholding non‑discrimination practices based on age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, military status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as defined by federal, state, or local law.

HPM is dedicated to full inclusion and ensuring that individuals with disabilities receive reasonable accommodations. For assistance with job application, interviews, performing essential job functions, or accessing employment benefits, please contact careers@hpmcontracting.com.

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