Lead Drainage Foreman: Highway Construction Crew

Zachry Construction Corporation; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Training and development

Job summary

Zachry Construction Corporation is seeking a Drainage Foreman to lead a crew performing drainage and underground utility work on heavy highway projects. You will drive production, monitor costs, and ensure safe, high-quality field operations.

Ideal candidates bring at least 5 years of heavy highway experience and strong leadership, planning, and communication skills. The role may require day, night, and weekend shifts and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of heavy highway road construction experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, cut stakes, and offsets.
• Knowledge of drainage systems, including RCP, HDPE, box culverts, and concrete installations.
• Must be licensed and approved to operate a company vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct crew activities to meet daily and weekly production goals with safety and quality.
• Read blueprints, project specifications, and cost reports to track progress and resolve material discrepancies.
• Supervise installation of storm sewer pipes, boxes, culverts, and concrete structures with trench safety expertise.
• Ensure proper use of trench boxes, shoring, and laser setup for excavation and pipe installation.
• Train, mentor, and supervise crew members on safety, productivity, and equipment operation.
• Maintain accurate timekeeping, equipment logs, and daily production reports.
• Enforce company safety policies through toolbox talks and inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Communication

Time management

Tools

Mobile Timecard

Job description

Zachry Construction Corporation is seeking a Drainage Foreman to lead a crew performing drainage and underground utility work on heavy highway projects. You will drive production, monitor costs, and ensure safe, high-quality field operations.

Ideal candidates bring at least 5 years of heavy highway experience and strong leadership, planning, and communication skills. The role may require day, night, and weekend shifts and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.