Contractors Since 1947
Hoffman Bros Inc

CONSTRUCTION CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

At Hoffman Bros., Inc. we are continuously seeking qualified applicants with a strong work ethic and positive attitude. We offer career employment as well as internships. We primarily hire for work in Battle Creek, MI, Kalamazoo MI, Lansing Michigan, Southwest Michigan, and Northern Indiana.

As one of the Midwest's premier construction companies, we hire primarily for positions related to Construction, Construction Management, Earthwork, Earthmoving, Sitework, Underground, and Heavy Highway Construction.

We regularly are seeking quality employees for positions such as Cost Estimator, Project Manager, Estimator/Project Manager, Mechanic, Heavy Equipment, Diesel Mechanic, Technician, Excavating, Civil Engineering, Civil Construction, CAD and Construction Management, as well as operating engineers and laborers.

We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits, apprenticeship programs and on the job training, continuous mentoring and opportunity for advancement.

We require pre-employment as well as recurring random drug screening for all employees regardless of their role in the Company.

UNION CONSTRUCTION TRADE POSITIONS:

Hiring for around an April 2025 start time.

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Hoffman Bros., Inc. hires journeymen and non-journeymen trade workers. Apprenticeship positions are available on a limited basis:

We are seeking qualified applicants with a strong work ethic and positive attitude for positions related to road and bridge construction, earthmoving, site development, underground utilities, and other heavy civil construction.  We primarily hire for work in Michigan including Battle Creek, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, and other areas of Michigan.

Job Duties:

  • Operating various heavy equipment including excavators, bulldozers, graders, front end loaders scrapers, haul trucks and other miscellaneous equipment.
  • Communicate with crew members and supervisors to ensure jobsite safety, production and quality standards are met.
  • Willing to be flexible with last minute schedule and jobsite location changes as needed.
  • Other construction related duties as required.

Experience and Qualifications:

  • 1 or more years of road construction or similar heavy equipment operating experience is preferred.
  • CDL license is beneficial.
  • Other safety and/or technical training is beneficial.

Work Requirements:

  • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to apply.
  • Strict Adherence to safety requirements, procedures, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
  • We require pre-employment as well as recurring random drug screening for all employees regardless of their role in the Company.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to get to the jobsite location.

Physical Requirements:

  • This position requires time spent walking, standing, bending, climbing, lifting, and sitting.
  • Applicants must demonstrate a strong work ethic and ability to perform manual labor.

Work Environment:

  • This position involves outdoor work.  Candidates must be able to work extended/overtime hours on job sites in adverse weather conditions including heat, sun, cold and rain.

Pay and Benefits:

  • $24.40-36.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications.
  • Health insurance plan through Operating Engineers Local 324.
  • Pension plan through Operating Engineers Local 324.

Hoffman Bros., Inc. is a union shop and successful candidates will become members of the Operating Engineers Local 324.


We are seeking qualified applicants with a strong work ethic and positive attitude for positions related to road and bridge construction, earthmoving, site development, underground utilities, and other heavy civil construction. We primarily hire for work in Michigan including Battle Creek, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids and other areas of Michigan.

Job Duties:

  • Assist heavy equipment operators and other skilled personnel, as necessary.
  • Prep construction sites by clearing obstacles and hazards.
  • Load or unload construction materials.
  • Assist with underground pipe installation including checking grade and hand digging for underground utility lines.
  • Hand dig as necessary
  • Perform jobsite cleanup.
  • Communicate with crewmembers and supervisors to ensure jobsite safety, production and quality standards are met.
  • Ability to be flexible with last minute schedule, jobsite location and shift changes.
  • Overtime work is required.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to get to the jobsite location.
  • Must be punctual and reliable.
  • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
  • CDL license is preferred.

Education/Experience:

  • 1 or more years of road construction experience is preferred.
  • High School diploma is preferred.

Work Requirements

  • Strict Adherence to safety requirements, procedures, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
  • We require pre-employment as well as recurring random drug screening for all employees regardless of their role in the Company.

Physical Requirements:

  • This position requires time spent walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing, and sitting.
  • Applicants must demonstrate a strong work ethic and ability to perform manual labor.

Work Environment:

  • This position involves outdoor work. Candidates must be able to work extended/overtime hours on job sites in adverse weather conditions including heat, sun, cold and rain.

Pay and Benefits:

  • $18.85-27.58 per hour based on experience and qualifications.
  • Health insurance plan through Laborers Local 355.
  • Pension plan through Operating Laborers Local 355.

Hoffman Bros., Inc. is a union shop and successful candidates will become members of the Laborers Local 355.


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CURRENT NON-CONSTRUCTION POSTINGS:

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Job Title: Estimator/Project Manager

We are seeking a highly motivated and professional individual to join our Estimating and Management team. The successful candidate will be responsible for pursuing construction projects and managing them from estimation through final completion.

Job Duties:

  • Complete quantity takeoffs on assigned bids including earthwork takeoffs using Trimble Business Center (TBC)
  • Develop detailed cost estimates using B2W Estimate
  • Review each bid with a manager or peer group prior to submission
  • Complete project setup on successful bids
  • Prepare submittals, project schedules and permits as required
  • Manage documents using PlanGrid cloud
  • Work directly with project supervisors to ensure their success and the success of the project
  • Facilitate progress billing as required to ensure timely payments and positive cash flow
  • Review and approve subcontractor and vendor payments
  • Monitor contract progress including costs, cash flow and overall performance using various reports in B2W Track and Viewpoint Vista
  • Closely monitor progress against the project schedule through completion.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field
  • Detail oriented with exceptional organization skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with individuals inside and outside the organization
  • Strong computer skills including basic software such as Microsoft Office suite of programs
  • Construction industry experience

Beneficial Qualifications:

  • Experience with B2W Software Estimate and Track, Viewpoint Vista, and Trimble Business Center (TBC) or other CAD software
  • Specific experience with excavating, grading, earthworks, and utility operations.
  • MDOT project experience beneficial

Salary:

  • Competitive salary: $75,000-$105,000
  • Commensurate with experience and negotiable

Benefits:

  • Very strong profit sharing/retirement savings plan
  • BCBS health insurance
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Company vehicle
  • Eligible for annual performance-based bonus

Job Location: Battle Creek, Michigan

About the Company:

Established in 1947, Hoffman Bros., Inc. has a 77-year history of completing large earthmoving, underground utility, and road/highway building projects. Our workforce includes approximately 200 Union Operating Engineers and Construction Laborers. We own and operate a fleet of over 200 pieces of heavy construction equipment. 

Hoffman Bros., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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Hoffman Bros., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Hoffman Bros., Inc. to ensure applicants and employees will be treated without regard to their race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, height, weight, arrest record or handicap. This shall include employment, up-grading, demotion, transfer, recruitment, layoff, or termination, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection of training including apprenticeships, and on-the-job training.