Buried Foreman - Required CDL-A

Congruex; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 94,558,000 - 143,270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits (70%

401(k) with company match up to 4%

Paid time off (PTO)

10 company paid holidays

Disability coverage

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Safety programs and training

Job summary

Congruex is seeking a Buried Crew Foreman to lead underground utility construction crews, oversee excavation and installation activities, and ensure safety and quality standards are met. You will coordinate field operations, manage subcontractors, and drive projects to on-time completion for broadband and utility clients.

You will read and interpret drawings, schedule resources, and maintain project records while traveling between job sites as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• 3-5 years of underground dry utility construction experience.
• Experience supervising construction crews and managing underground utility projects.
• Experience operating heavy construction equipment in utility environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily activities of underground construction crews (excavation, conduit installation, backfilling, restoration).
• Operate and oversee heavy equipment (backhoes, excavators, loaders, rollers).
• Coordinate subcontractors, materials, and resources for timely project completion.
• Read and interpret blueprints and project specs; communicate status to stakeholders.
• Inspect sites for safety hazards; ensure OSHA compliance and quality standards.
• Maintain daily reports, production records, and equipment upkeep.

Skills

Read blueprints or project drawings

Leadership & supervision

Safety compliance

Communication with stakeholders

Travel between sites

Site coordination

Read/interpret project specs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license

Tools

Heavy equipment operation (backhoes, excavators)

CAT/DEERE controls

Job description

Company Profile

Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.

Reports To

Construction Manager

Travel Potential

25-50%

Compensation

$33.00 - $50.00 Hourly

Company Profile

Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.

With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.

Build a Career. Build What Matters.

Job Summary

As the Buried Crew Foreman, you will be responsible for managing underground utility construction crews, overseeing excavation and installation activities, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. You will coordinate field operations, manage subcontractors, and deliver underground construction projects efficiently and on schedule. Your customers include broadband operators, utility providers, internal construction teams, and project stakeholders, and you will contribute to the company’s success through leadership, operational excellence, quality workmanship, and safe project execution.

Key Responsibilities (Including, But Not Limited To)

• Manage daily activities of one or more underground construction crews, including excavation, conduit installation, utility placement, backfilling, restoration, and related activities.
• Operate and oversee heavy construction equipment, including backhoes, excavators, loaders, asphalt rollers, and related equipment.
• Schedule and coordinate subcontractors, materials, equipment, and resources to support timely and efficient project completion.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, work orders, and project specifications and communicate project status and field conditions to customers, utility owners, local officials, subcontractors, and company leadership.
• Inspect job sites, identify safety hazards, and ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, company policies, customer requirements, and quality standards.
• Monitor crew productivity, provide training and guidance, and complete daily reports, production documentation, and project records while ensuring assigned vehicles, equipment, and tools are properly maintained.
• Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs.

Required Qualifications

Education, Licensing, and Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Experience

• 3-5 years of underground dry utility construction experience.
• Experience supervising construction crews and managing underground utility projects.
• Experience operating heavy construction equipment in utility construction environments.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, utility drawings, construction plans, and project specifications.
• Ability to safely operate backhoes, loaders, excavators, asphalt rollers, and other heavy equipment using CAT and DEERE controls.
• Strong knowledge of underground utility construction methods, equipment, and safety practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with crews, subcontractors, customers, utility owners, and management.
• Ability to travel between job sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or willingness to obtain.
• OSHA certification.
• Bilingual English and Spanish language skills.
• Experience supporting telecommunications or broadband infrastructure projects.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs., with occasional lifting up to 150 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb ladders, and sit for extended periods.
• Work performed outdoors in all weather conditions and around heavy equipment, active roadways, and underground utilities.
• Ability to maintain visual and audible awareness of crew members, equipment, vehicles, and surrounding work areas.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility clothing, and safety boots.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review.

Congruex Culture & Benefits

Congruex’s culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.

Benefits

We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, caregiver support, and more
• Marketplace discounts and 24/7 access to online learning and development

Additional Employment Information

We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.