Lead Pipe Foreman, Underground Utilities

Burgess Civil LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Burgess Civil LLC in the Tampa Bay area is seeking a Foreman with 5 years of civil construction and underground utility experience to lead on-site activities, install water, pressure pipe, and storm systems, and oversee crews. You will read blueprints, manage heavy equipment, enforce safety per OSHA, supervise pipe crews, track daily progress, and coordinate with the Superintendent to meet deadlines.

The role requires strong leadership, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and the capability to both

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in civil construction and underground utilities as a Foreman.
• Must be able to install water, pressure pipe, and storm systems.
• Ability to understand drawings and blueprints.
• Experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining heavy construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate pipe crew activities including fitting pipe, installing sanitary or storm water sewer structures or pipe systems, grade level and backfill trench bases.
• Train crew on equipment used on site and ensure equipment is operated and shut down safely and properly.
• Inspect site to determine sequencing and method of pipe installation and survey for potential hazards and safety concerns.
• Plan drainpipe installation to reduce interference with other project activities.
• Organize and plan work with Superintendent to determine pipe routes, follow blueprints and pipe layout and install sequence.
• Review, monitor, and maintain crew productivity, equipment, and materials to ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain company assigned vehicles and equipment according to company and safety standards.
• Maintain daily reports including construction & maintenance daily log and pictures of progress on site.
• Act as a liaison between Human Resources and crew members in the event of injury from a work-related incident.
• Lead weekly toolbox talks, safety meetings, and post-incident safety training.
• Remain up to date on Company safety procedures, equipment operating procedures, employee handbook, DOT standards, MOT plans, etc. and operate according to federal, state, OSHA, and Erosion Control Laws and Regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Superintendent and / or Project Manager.

Skills

Civil construction

Foreman responsibilities

Blueprint reading

Heavy equipment operation

Safety & OSHA compliance

Leadership

Physical ability

Time management

Delegation

Tools

Heavy construction equipment

Job description

Burgess Civil LLC in the Tampa Bay area is seeking a Foreman with 5 years of civil construction and underground utility experience to lead on-site activities, install water, pressure pipe, and storm systems, and oversee crews. You will read blueprints, manage heavy equipment, enforce safety per OSHA, supervise pipe crews, track daily progress, and coordinate with the Superintendent to meet deadlines.

The role requires strong leadership, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and the capability to both