The Mackinac County Road Commission has an immediate opening for an experienced Highway Construction/Maintenance Foreman to join their team in Hessel, Michigan.

This position requires someone who enjoys being out in the field. While there will be deskwork involved, this is a working position that is on-the-go and active. The ideal candidate has experience with public works and/or transportation and managing large projects that include planning, coordinating, and supervising construction and maintenance of the County highway system and bridges.

WHAT WE OFFER.

• $33.50 – $38.50 per hour starting pay based on your knowledge and experience.
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance.
• MERS defined contribution retirement plan.
• Paid holidays, paid sick, and paid vacation time.
• Employee assistance program.
• Company vehicle, cell phone, and work boot allowance.

WHAT YOU WILL DO.

• Oversee road and bridge construction projects, staffing, and highway equipment.
• Develop work schedules for construction projects and staffing.
• Supervise maintenance staff including hiring, training, performance evaluation, addressing employee issues as needed, timecard review, and expense approval.
• Provide budget recommendations; assists with planning and implementing road maintenance, equipment and construction budgets.
• Conduct studies and recommend new methods for improved maintenance and construction projects.
• Inventory control and purchasing of maintenance material.
• Meet/coordinate road construction and maintenance activities with project partners, commission staff, local officials, contractors, and other public agencies in the area.
• Represent the Road Commission to the public, speak with various community groups, and attend meetings, as needed.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR.

• Experience in road construction, maintenance and related equipment, civil engineering practices related to road construction/maintenance, and/or transportation preferred; a background in MDOT or road commission work, a bonus.
• Valid driver’s license and Class A CDL required.
• Supervisory and project management/construction engineering background highly preferred. This position manages other individuals.
• Must be detail oriented and analytical to investigate, evaluate, and inspect county road projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage teams by maintaining and promoting a positive attitude and work environment.
• Ability to work under time constraints to ensure deadlines are met.
• Basic computer skills with ability to use general office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, email).
• Ability to travel throughout Mackinac County to worksites/meetings, as needed, in a company-provided vehicle.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. eastern time.

SOUND LIKE YOU? Take the next step and apply online at mackinaccounty.hirescore.com