Lead Pipe Foreman – Underground Utilities & Safety

Burgess Civil; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; 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 in the Tampa Bay area is seeking a skilled Foreman with strong leadership to oversee on-site pipe and utility installation projects. You will coordinate crews, read drawings, and ensure safety and quality across daily operations.

Candidates should have at least 5 years in civil construction and underground utilities, hands-on equipment experience, and the ability to plan work, delegate tasks, and meet deadlines on schedule.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in civil construction and underground utility as a Foreman.
• Must be able to install water, pressure pipe, and storm.
• Ability to understand drawings and blueprints.
• Experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining heavy construction equipment.
• In charge of and responsible for equipment and materials on site.
• Monitor and ensure on-site safety compliance, cleanliness, and orderliness.
• Knowledge of safety and OSHA regulations.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to both do and delegate work.
• Time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

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 being 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. Complete necessary accident reports and investigations as requested.
• 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

Foreman experience

Civil construction

Leadership

Safety compliance

Tools

Blueprint reading

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Burgess Civil in the Tampa Bay area is seeking a skilled Foreman with strong leadership to oversee on-site pipe and utility installation projects. You will coordinate crews, read drawings, and ensure safety and quality across daily operations.

Candidates should have at least 5 years in civil construction and underground utilities, hands-on equipment experience, and the ability to plan work, delegate tasks, and meet deadlines on schedule.