Foreman-Dry Utility/UG (Nationwide Travel)

R-2 Contractors

$91K — $104K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of experience in underground utility installation, particularly in heavy civil construction or solar sectors.
  • Proficient in utility trenching, backfill, and civil substation foundations.
  • Demonstrated experience in large cut and fill projects.
  • Strong leadership qualities and team management skills essential for supervising work crews.
  • Familiarity with construction plans related to underground utilities and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Excellent communication skills to liaise with various stakeholders and maintain workflow.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with project managers to schedule and plan dry utility installations.
  • Review construction drawings to determine the scope of underground utility work.
  • Supervise and coordinate crews, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
  • Assign and monitor tasks for crew members, providing necessary support.
  • Coordinate deliveries of equipment and materials for site work.
  • Maintain equipment in optimal condition and promote safe usage among teams.
  • Conduct inspections to ensure installation meets project specifications.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
  • Fully funded Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
  • 5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus
Full Job Description
Position Available: Dry Utilities UG Foreman
R-2 Contractors is currently seeking a motivated Dry Utilities UG Foreman to join our expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our continued success with a company that values integrity and professionalism.

"Pride, Grit, Own It!"

What you will do:
  • Collaborate with project managers to plan and schedule dry utility installation activities according to project timelines and requirements
  • Review construction drawings, blueprints and specs to determine scope of work for underground utility installations
  • Supervise and coordinate the work of crews involved in underground utility installation, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, quality standards and project specs.
  • Assign tasks / responsibilities to crew members, monitoring their performance and provide guidance and support as needed
  • Coordinate with project management on the delivery of equipment, tools, and materials required for underground installation
  • Ensuring all equipment is maintained in good working condition and used safely by crew members
  • Conduct inspections and quality checks to ensure that underground utility installations meet project specs and standards
  • Address issues promptly and effectively to project management
  • Have strong communication between project management, subcontractors, and other field staff to ensure smooth work flow and safety
  • Maintain daily reports, work logs, and documentations
  • Help to enforce safety requirements at all times
  • Daily trench/excavation inspections and certifications
Proper layout of designated work. Areas including but not limited to:
  • Trenches and backfill
  • Large Cut and Fill
  • Bore pits
  • Vaults
  • Duct Banks
  • Substation Foundations
  • Junction Boxes
  • Hand Holes
  • Ped's

Skills and Qualifications:
  • Experience in underground utility installation, preferably in the heavy civil construction or solar industry.
  • Utility trenching & backfill experience, civil substation foundation experience
  • Large Cut and Fill experience
  • Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a team.
  • Solar Experience a plus
  • Knowledge of construction plans, drawings, and specifications related to underground utilities.
  • Familiarity with safety regulations and practices relevant to construction and utility installation.
  • Excellent communication skills to interact with diverse stakeholders and effectively convey project requirements and updates.
  • OSHA - Competent Persons Certification
  • "Trenching/Excavation, Shoring, Rigging, Picking, Hoisting, Confined Spaces, OSHA 30."
  • 10 total Years Minimum - Verified Experience in Heavy Civil Underground
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $44-50 per hour (Negotiable DOE)
Expected hours: 50 per week
Benefits:
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) / Sick Leave
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (fully company funded plans available)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • 5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus
Schedule:
  • 10 hour shift

Ready to Join Our Team? If you're ready to bring your expertise and passion for project management to a growing company, apply today and be part of a team that values quality, integrity, and precision in every project!

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