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Carpenter Foreman

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$26.50 - $33.50/hr

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What is the difference between Project Forman vs Site Supervisor?

AspectProject FormanSite Supervisor
CredentialsOften requires relevant experience, certifications like OSHA, and sometimes a high school diploma or equivalentSimilar requirements, with additional leadership or supervisory certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentOn-site, overseeing daily construction activities, managing crewsOn-site and administrative, overseeing multiple crews and ensuring project compliance
Industry UsageCommonly used in construction, civil engineering, and industrial projectsUsed interchangeably in many industries but often denotes a higher supervisory level

The main difference between a Project Forman and a Site Supervisor lies in their scope of responsibilities. A Project Forman primarily manages daily on-site activities and crew supervision, while a Site Supervisor often has broader oversight, including administrative duties and project coordination. Both roles require relevant experience and certifications, but the Site Supervisor typically holds a higher level of responsibility.

Infographic showing various Project Forman job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Excavation Foreman

Magna, UT • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


Knife River rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 65 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Excavation Foreman will be the company representative and authority and competent person on construction site when the Superintendent is not on the construction job site. They are to work with the Superintendent to plan, organize, and coordinate building their scope of work for the project. Foreman must have a clear understanding of their equipment and the project and scope of work expected from them. Management responsibilities involve directing personnel to do their jobs in order to complete the project and may include training and or discipline requirements, so as to increase profits and improve customer relationships and satisfaction.
Duties and responsibilities
  • Lead and supervise excavation crews on job sites
  • Coordinate daily tasks and ensure work is completed on schedule
  • Read and interpret plans, grades and specifications
  • Communicate with project managers, superintendents, and team members
  • Responsible for quality control, ADA Ramps, finish grade, toolbox talks, compaction, drainage
  • Plan, organize, and coordinate the scope of work you are responsible for
  • Acquire in depth understanding of the project at hand and the relative requirements
  • Operate Equipment
  • Support laborers in any capacity needed
  • Enforce Adherence to all health and Safety Standards
  • Have a vested interest in the company's success and strive to better everyone and everything
  • Properly maintain equipment and keep in clean operating order
  • Be on time always and ask what more I can help with

Minimum Qualifications:
  • 5 years of proven successful industry experience (Preferable 10)
  • Previous experience as an excavation foreman to similar leadership role
  • Strong knowledge of excavation, grading, utilities, and site work
  • Experience in your respective trade
  • Self-Motivated with a results driven approach
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal & external customers
  • Communication Skills- Negotiations, Problem Solving
  • Excellent Organizational Skills
  • Have a complete understanding of the equipment you operate
  • Thoroughness and reliability
  • Prioritizing skills
  • Willingness and ability to keep all operation certifications current and complete
  • Working knowledge of general construction safety policy's & procedure's

Additional Information:
If unable to apply online, stop by our office at:
7620 W Highway 201
Magna, UT 84044
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.
At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Grading Foreman position.
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