Lead Heavy Civil Pipe Foreman — Competitive Pay

Primoris Services Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Best-in-class medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Pet coverage

Legal assistance coverage

Award-winning safety programs

Job summary

Primoris Heavy Civil in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Heavy Civil Pipe Foreman to supervise pipelayers, laborers, operators, and subs. You will plan daily activities with the Superintendent, coordinate crews and materials, and ensure proper pipe alignment and safe execution on utility projects.

You will read utility plans, oversee excavation, install pipes and structures, verify line and grade, and lead daily safety meetings. OSHA requirements and field leadership are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of civil construction experience, with at least 2 years in a foreman or supervisory role.
• Experience installing storm drainage, sanitary sewer, and/or waterline systems.
• Ability to read and interpret utility plans, profiles, elevations, grades, and construction specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using pipe lasers, levels, and related layout tools.
• Familiarity with excavation safety and OSHA requirements.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate pipe crews, including pipelayers, laborers, equipment operators, and subcontractors.
• Plan daily work activities with the Superintendent, coordinating personnel, equipment, materials, and deliveries to meet production goals and project schedules.
• Read and interpret utility plans, profiles, specifications, and survey information for proper pipe alignment and elevations.
• Oversee excavation, trench preparation, bedding, pipe installation, joint assembly, backfill, and compaction.
• Coordinate installation of manholes, inlets, catch basins, valves, hydrants, fittings, and related structures.
• Verify line and grade using pipe lasers, levels, and survey controls.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce safety procedures.
• Coordinate utility locating and protection of existing underground infrastructure.
• Monitor trench conditions and escalate issues to Superintendent.
• Inspect installed work and coordinate testing and corrections before backfilling.
• Track daily production, labor, equipment usage, material quantities, and deliveries.
• Train and mentor crew members; maintain clear communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Problem solving

Reading plans

Pipe lasers

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Civil construction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pipe lasers

Job description

Primoris Heavy Civil in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Heavy Civil Pipe Foreman to supervise pipelayers, laborers, operators, and subs. You will plan daily activities with the Superintendent, coordinate crews and materials, and ensure proper pipe alignment and safe execution on utility projects.

You will read utility plans, oversee excavation, install pipes and structures, verify line and grade, and lead daily safety meetings. OSHA requirements and field leadership are essential for success.