Senior Level Civil Foreman Jobs
Senior level civil foreman jobs put experienced construction leaders in charge of project execution, crew supervision, and site-level accountability across the full build lifecycle. Most openings are on-site, with Chemicals & Materials, Staffing & Recruiting, and Construction & Real Estate driving demand and employers like LANXESS, Jobot, and Brightview hiring at this level now.
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The Mechanical Maintenance Foreman is responsible for the safe and reliable execution of assigned mechanical maintenance work while assisting the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor with coordinating the maintenance schedule. The Foreman provides technical expertise, diagnoses and troubleshoots mechanical equipment, and provides daily guidance and coaching to Maintenance Technicians and mechanical contractors. This is a hands-on working foreman role that combines direct mechanical maintenance work with day-to-day leadership and coordination responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute assigned mechanical maintenance work, including pipefitting, equipment installation/removal, pump packing and seal replacement, equipment rebuilds, and preventative/predictive maintenance.
- Assist the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor with coordinating daily maintenance activities and ensuring scheduled work is completed safely, efficiently, and on time.
- Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to Maintenance Technicians and external mechanical contractors.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain rotating and fixed mechanical equipment and process machinery.
- Complete required SAP/CMMS transactions, safety assessments, and life-critical work, including line/equipment opening, confined space entry, and work at heights.
- Promote a culture of safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the mechanical maintenance team.
Technical Competencies
Demonstrated proficiency in equipment installation/alignment, flanged joint closure, lubrication, scaffolding, packing and mechanical seals, precision measurement, equipment rebuilds, fabrication, and crane operations/rigging. Competency may be demonstrated through certification, company-approved testing, or verified experience.
Experience / Skills
- Relevant maintenance technician certificate and 7+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of rotating and fixed mechanical systems, maintenance methods, technical drawings, and applicable OSHA requirements.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Prior leadership or lead-worker experience preferred.
- Experience with a maintenance CMMS; SAP experience strongly preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- PSM chemical facility and ISO 9001 experience preferred.
Location Kalama
Employee Type Regular
Who we are
LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability.
Be part of it!
What we offer
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Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program. In accordance with Washington state requirements, the established pay range for this position is Min $78,900 to $131,500 per year (non-exempt, eligible for overtime), depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
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Comprehensive Benefits We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing. These benefits include
- Health care - Medical, Dental, Vision
- Health Spending Account (HSA) with High Deductible PPO XD
- Employee Life Insurance - Basic, Supplemental Life and AD&D
- Dependent Life Insurance and AD&D
- Disability Coverage - Short-Term and Long-Term
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Health Care and Dependent Care
- NortonLifeLock device security, online privacy, and identity theft protection
- Aflac Benefits
- Legal Assistance Program
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Retirement Benefits - Defined Contribution 401(k) Plan with Employer Retirement Contribution and Employer Match
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Work-Life, Time Off & Flexibility We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global Xwork program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate. Washington employees who are not covered by a collective bargaining agreement accrue a minimum of 80 hours of vacation per year; have 10 paid holidays; and accrue 64 hours of Sick/Personal time per year. Employees who are covered by a collective bargaining agreement earn time off in accordance with the provisions of the agreement.
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Training & Development We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
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Diversity LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.
LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.
We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available!
Join the LANXESS team!
Job Highlights
The Mechanical Maintenance Foreman is responsible for the safe and reliable execution of assigned mechanical maintenance work while assisting the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor with coordinating the maintenance schedule. The Foreman provides technical expertise, diagnoses and troubleshoots mechanical equipment, and provides daily guidance and coaching to Maintenance Technicians and mechanical contractors. This is a hands-on working foreman role that combines direct mechanical maintenance work with day-to-day leadership and coordination responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute assigned mechanical maintenance work, including pipefitting, equipment installation/removal, pump packing and seal replacement, equipment rebuilds, and preventative/predictive maintenance.
- Assist the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor with coordinating daily maintenance activities and ensuring scheduled work is completed safely, efficiently, and on time.
- Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to Maintenance Technicians and external mechanical contractors.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain rotating and fixed mechanical equipment and process machinery.
- Complete required SAP/CMMS transactions, safety assessments, and life-critical work, including line/equipment opening, confined space entry, and work at heights.
- Promote a culture of safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the mechanical maintenance team.
Technical Competencies
Demonstrated proficiency in equipment installation/alignment, flanged joint closure, lubrication, scaffolding, packing and mechanical seals, precision measurement, equipment rebuilds, fabrication, and crane operations/rigging. Competency may be demonstrated through certification, company-approved testing, or verified experience.
Experience / Skills
- Relevant maintenance technician certificate and 7+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of rotating and fixed mechanical systems, maintenance methods, technical drawings, and applicable OSHA requirements.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Prior leadership or lead-worker experience preferred.
- Experience with a maintenance CMMS; SAP experience strongly preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- PSM chemical facility and ISO 9001 experience preferred.
Location Kalama
Employee Type Regular
Who we are
LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability.
Be part of it!
What we offer
-
Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program. In accordance with Washington state requirements, the established pay range for this position is Min $78,900 to $131,500 per year (non-exempt, eligible for overtime), depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
-
Comprehensive Benefits We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing. These benefits include
- Health care - Medical, Dental, Vision
- Health Spending Account (HSA) with High Deductible PPO XD
- Employee Life Insurance - Basic, Supplemental Life and AD&D
- Dependent Life Insurance and AD&D
- Disability Coverage - Short-Term and Long-Term
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Health Care and Dependent Care
- NortonLifeLock device security, online privacy, and identity theft protection
- Aflac Benefits
- Legal Assistance Program
-
Retirement Benefits - Defined Contribution 401(k) Plan with Employer Retirement Contribution and Employer Match
-
Work-Life, Time Off & Flexibility We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global Xwork program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate. Washington employees who are not covered by a collective bargaining agreement accrue a minimum of 80 hours of vacation per year; have 10 paid holidays; and accrue 64 hours of Sick/Personal time per year. Employees who are covered by a collective bargaining agreement earn time off in accordance with the provisions of the agreement.
-
Training & Development We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
-
Diversity LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.
LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.
We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available!
Join the LANXESS team!
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Senior Level Civil Foreman Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level civil foreman job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned projects from groundbreaking through closeout, managed crews across multiple trades, and resolved field problems without escalating every decision. What gives you an edge is demonstrating direct accountability for schedule, budget, and safety outcomes, not just participation in them. Certifications like OSHA 30, PMP, or a civil engineering technician credential reinforce that depth.
Which companies hire senior level civil foremans?
Companies hiring senior level civil foremans right now include LANXESS, Jobot, and Brightview, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to concentrate among large general contractors, heavy civil specialty firms, and infrastructure developers managing multi-year public and private capital programs.
Are there remote senior level civil foreman jobs?
Yes, though most civil foreman roles are inherently on-site given the hands-on nature of field supervision. About 0% of senior level civil foreman openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve construction management, estimating, or project oversight functions rather than direct daily crew supervision.
What makes a civil foreman role senior level?
Senior level civil foreman roles carry broader scope than mid-level positions: you are expected to own full project phases, coordinate across multiple subcontractors and trade crews, enforce quality and safety standards site-wide, and mentor junior foremans and crew leads. The defining difference is accountability without close oversight, where you are the authority others escalate to, not the one escalating.
Which industries hire the most senior level civil foremans?
Senior Level civil foreman roles concentrate in Chemicals & Materials, Staffing & Recruiting, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors consistently drive demand because they fund large-scale infrastructure, utilities, transportation, and site development work that requires experienced field leadership to deliver on time and within spec.