Construction Foreman- Underground Utilities

BBSI; Winchester (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck

Gas card

Weekly pay

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

BBSI in Southern California partners with a growing underground utility contractor to hire a hands-on Working Foreman who can lead crews, operate heavy equipment, and keep wet and dry utility projects on schedule. You will read blueprints, coordinate daily activities, ensure safety, quality workmanship, and clear communication with project managers and field teams.

A successful candidate has at least 3 years of underground utility experience, foreman or leadership experience, and a valid

Qualifications

• 3+ years of underground utility construction experience.
• Foreman or crew leadership experience.
• Experience working on commercial and public works projects.
• Familiarity with wet and dry utility installations.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements and trenching/excavation procedures.
• Ability to read blueprints and operate heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside crews installing wet utilities (water, sewer, storm drain) and dry utilities (electrical, gas, telecom).
• Read blueprints, construction plans, and specifications.
• Operate excavators, loaders, trenchers, and other heavy equipment.
• Coordinate daily activities, assign tasks, and maintain project schedules.
• Ensure jobsite safety, quality workmanship, and compliance.
• Communicate with project managers, inspectors, and field teams.

Skills

Crew leadership

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Communication

Heavy equipment operation

Tools

Excavators

Loaders

Trenchers

Job description

Construction Foreman- Underground Utilities

Location: Winchester - (Various Job Sites in SoCal)

Pay Range: $40-$45 per hour (DOE)

Industry: Underground Utility Construction

BBSI is partnering with a growing Southern California underground utility contractor specializing in wet and dry utility installations for commercial and public works projects. We're seeking a hands-on Working Foreman who can lead crews, operate equipment, and keep projects running safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and work alongside crews installing wet utilities (water, sewer, storm drain) and dry utilities (electrical, gas, telecom).
• Read blueprints, construction plans, and specifications.
• Operate excavators, loaders, trenchers, and other heavy equipment.
• Coordinate daily activities, assign tasks, and maintain project schedules.
• Ensure jobsite safety, quality workmanship, and compliance.
• Communicate with project managers, inspectors, and field teams.

Qualifications/Requirements

• 3+ years of underground utility construction experience.
• Previous Foreman or crew leadership experience.
• Experience working on commercial and public works projects.
• Familiarity with both wet and dry utility installations.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements and trenching/excavation procedures.
• Ability to read blueprints and operate heavy equipment.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• $40-$45/hour, depending on experience
• Company truck and gas card
• Weekly pay and paid holidays
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance ($200 monthly employer contribution)