Foreman-UG Dry Utility/Solar Infrastructure (Nationwide Travel)

R-2 Contractors

$91K — $104K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of experience in underground utility installation, especially in heavy civil or solar sectors.
  • Experience with utility trenching, backfill, and civil substation foundations.
  • Proven skills in large cut and fill operations.
  • Strong leadership abilities to motivate and manage teams effectively.
  • Knowledgeable in construction plans, drawings, and specifications for underground utilities.
  • Familiar with relevant construction safety regulations and practices.
  • Excellent communication skills for interactions with project stakeholders.
  • OSHA Competent Persons Certification required.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with project managers to schedule and plan installation activities.
  • Review construction drawings to determine the scope of utility installations.
  • Supervise the installation teams, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Assign tasks to crew members while monitoring performance and providing feedback.
  • Coordinate equipment and material delivery for underground installations.
  • Conduct inspections and quality checks on utility installations to meet project specifications.
  • Maintain documentation, daily reports, and logs.
  • Enforce safety procedures throughout all phases of work.
  • Inspect trenches and excavations regularly.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave provided.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance at no cost through company-funded plans.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
  • Bonus awarded for 5 years of employment.
Full Job Description
R-2 Contractors is currently seeking a motivated UG Dry Utility/Solar Infrastructure 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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