Zürich, Aargau, Zug
Foreman Earthworks 100% (m/f/d)
- 20 October 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Native language)
- Zürich, Aargau, Zug
About the job
What is my role?
You keep an overview on the construction site, coordinate people and work, and also lend a hand yourself. As a foreman, you take on a central role on our client’s construction sites and, together with the team, ensure that the work is carried out safely, efficiently and professionally.
Site management: Independent organisation and leadership of earthworks construction sites on location
Team leadership: Coordination, guidance and support of employees and machine operators on site
Work preparation: Planning of daily tasks and ensuring an efficient and smooth site workflow
Coordination: Liaison with site manager, client, suppliers and other project participants
Quality & safety: Ensuring professional execution and compliance with quality and safety requirements
Reporting: Accurate and timely recording of services, materials and working hours
Participation: Active support of the team and, where necessary, assistance with daily tasks on site
What do I need to be successful?
Experience: Several years of practical experience in earthworks, ideally already as a foreman or with corresponding leadership responsibility
Qualification: Completed training in the main construction trade or comparable practical qualification
Leadership: You gladly take responsibility, can guide employees and keep an overview even in demanding situations
Working style: Independent, reliable, solution-oriented and well organised
Expertise: Good knowledge of earthworks as well as reading and implementing plans and height specifications
Team spirit: You enjoy working with others, communicate directly and pitch in yourself when needed
Driving licence: Category B, ideally with own vehicle
Language: Good German skills for communication on site and with project participants
What are my benefits?
A responsible key role in a well-established, down-to-earth earthworks team
Lots of personal responsibility in organising and leading the construction sites
Short decision-making paths and direct exchange with the site manager
Varied projects and construction sites in the regions ZH/AG/ZG
Modern construction machinery and contemporary work equipment
Good social benefits and fair employment conditions with 13th month salary
What distinguishes the company?
Our client works in the earthworks department in a down-to-earth, direct and solution-oriented manner. The company relies on modern construction machinery, short decision-making paths and a well-coordinated team that jointly ensures safe and professional site processes.
Languages
German: C2 - Native level
Work location
Zurich, Aargau, Zug
Vacancy number
VA-EBW-MTM