Hydro Demo Foreman

Penhall Company; Major (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Penhall Company is seeking a Hydrodemolition Foreman to lead field operations nationwide. You will supervise labor crews, coordinate production, ensure safety compliance with OSHA standards, manage equipment logistics, perform daily jobsite documentation, and uphold quality across industrial and civil projects.

The role requires strong hands-on hydrodemolition experience, a valid CDL, excellent communication, and the stamina to travel 100% nationwide for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of hydrodemolition experience preferred.
• Prior supervisory or foreman experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of hydrodemolition equipment, techniques, and production operations.
• Experience supervising labor crews in heavy civil, industrial, or specialty demolition environments.
• Valid CDL required.
• Ability to tow and transport equipment safely and legally.
• Strong understanding of construction safety requirements and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct hydrodemolition laborers and field crews on active job sites.
• Coordinate daily work activities to meet production goals, schedules, and customer expectations.
• Operate hydrodemolition equipment and support equipment as required.
• Ensure all hydrodemolition activities are performed safely and in compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and customer requirements.
• Conduct daily jobsite safety meetings, inspections, and hazard assessments.
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members on equipment operation, safety procedures, and work practices.
• Monitor work quality and ensure concrete removal meets project specifications.
• Coordinate equipment mobilization, maintenance, fueling, and repairs.
• Complete daily reports, production tracking, timekeeping, and required project documentation.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, superintendents, customers, and field personnel.
• Troubleshoot field issues and adjust work plans as needed to maintain productivity and safety.
• Perform general labor and hands-on field work as necessary.
• Ensure proper care and maintenance of hydrodemolition equipment, pumps, tooling, trucks, and support equipment.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting equipment to various project locations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, professional jobsite.
• Travel extensively to projects nationwide on a continuous basis.

Skills

Hydrodemolition experience

Supervisory/Foreman experience

CDL

Travel readiness

Safety compliance

Equipment coordination

Job description

Penhall Company has been shaping the future of concrete services for over 65 years. As the nation’s leader in concrete cutting, coring, scanning, and demolition, and ranked 3rd in Demolition by ENR's 2023 Top Specialty Contractors, we deliver more than just expertise—we deliver results. With safety at the core of our operations and state-of-the-art technology in our hands, we ensure every project is executed with precision, efficiency, and care.

At Penhall Company, everything we do is built on our commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our employees, and our communities. Every single Penhall Company employee moves our company forward. If you are self-motivated and find a job well-done to be the ultimate reward, you'll fit right in!

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life/AD&D/LTD insurance; paid sick leave, paid vacation, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with contribution; Employee Assistance Program and a culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

Position Description

The Hydrodemolition Foreman is responsible for safely directing daily field operations, supervising laborers and equipment operators, coordinating production activities, maintaining equipment and jobsite safety standards, and ensuring projects are completed efficiently and in accordance with company and customer expectations.

This position requires strong leadership, hands-on hydrodemolition experience, and the ability to work in physically demanding environments while managing crews, schedules, and equipment logistics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct hydrodemolition laborers and field crews on active job sites.
• Coordinate daily work activities to meet production goals, schedules, and customer expectations.
• Operate hydrodemolition equipment and support equipment as required.
• Ensure all hydrodemolition activities are performed safely and in compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and customer requirements.
• Conduct daily jobsite safety meetings, inspections, and hazard assessments.
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members on equipment operation, safety procedures, and work practices.
• Monitor work quality and ensure concrete removal meets project specifications.
• Coordinate equipment mobilization, maintenance, fueling, and repairs.
• Complete daily reports, production tracking, timekeeping, and required project documentation.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, superintendents, customers, and field personnel.
• Troubleshoot field issues and adjust work plans as needed to maintain productivity and safety.
• Perform general labor and hands-on field work as necessary.
• Ensure proper care and maintenance of hydrodemolition equipment, pumps, tooling, trucks, and support equipment.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting equipment to various project locations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, professional jobsite.
• Travel extensively to projects nationwide on a continuous basis.

Employer Disclosure Statement

The above statements and job description is not intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed within this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and tasks. Other similar or additional duties are performed as signed.

We E-Verify. We will provide the Federal Government with information from your Form I-9 to verify you are legal for employment in the United States.

Position Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of hydrodemolition experience preferred.
• Prior supervisory or foreman experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of hydrodemolition equipment, techniques, and production operations.
• Experience supervising labor crews in heavy civil, industrial, or specialty demolition environments.
• Valid CDL required.
• Ability to tow and transport equipment safely and legally.
• Strong understanding of construction safety requirements and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to read and understand project plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound field decisions under pressure.
• Willingness and ability to travel 100% nationwide for extended durations.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, overtime, and varying shifts as project demands require.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in extreme weather and physically demanding environments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy materials and equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work around heavy equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to wear required PPE including respirators, fall protection, hearing protection, and protective clothing.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Penhall Company is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer.

We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Penhall Company has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified veterans/individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail].

AI-Assisted Hiring and Automated Decision Tool Disclosure

The Company may use Artificial Intelligence (“AI”), machine learning technologies, and/or automated decision-making tools to assist in certain aspects of the recruitment and hiring process, including reviewing applications, resumes, assessments, and candidate qualifications. These tools are used to support the evaluation process and are not used as the sole basis for employment decisions.

All employment decisions are ultimately made by qualified Company representatives. The Company maintains human oversight of hiring decisions and does not permit automated systems to make final employment determinations independently.

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local employment, privacy, and anti-discrimination laws. The Company does not intentionally use AI systems in a manner that unlawfully discriminates against applicants or employees based on any protected characteristic under applicable law.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodations, alternative evaluation methods, or additional information regarding the Company’s use of automated tools by contacting Human Resources.

Where required by applicable law, the Company may provide additional notices regarding the use of automated decision-making tools, data practices, retention periods, or bias audit information.