Lead Pipe Utility Foreman — Water & Sewer

T E C Industrial Inc; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage: company covers >80%

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) with generous match

Profit sharing

Job summary

J.C. Wilkie Construction is seeking a Pipe Utility Foreman to supervise storm drainage, sanitary sewer, and water distribution installations on Columbia/Lexington area projects. You will lead pipe crews, coordinate subcontractors, read plans, and ensure safety and quality on site.

Responsibilities include planning daily work, maintaining records, and coordinating with survey teams to keep schedules. A strong safety focus and experience with underground utilities are essential for success in this

Qualifications

• 5+ years of underground utility construction experience.
• 2+ years supervisory or crew leadership experience.
• Knowledge of underground utility installation methods.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and survey data.
• Strong line and grade control understanding.
• Trench safety and OSHA compliance.
• Valid drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily installation of storm drainage, sanitary sewer, and water distribution systems.
• Lead pipe crews, operators, laborers, and subcontractors assigned to utility construction activities.
• Plan and organize daily work activities to meet production goals and project schedules.
• Read and interpret construction plans, utility profiles, specifications, grade stakes, cut sheets, and survey information.
• Coordinate excavation, trenching, pipe installation, structure installation, testing, and backfilling operations.
• Oversee installation of manholes, catch basins, inlets, headwalls, junction boxes, valve assemblies, hydrants, and related structures.
• Ensure proper installation of gravity sewer systems, storm drainage systems, force mains, and water distribution systems.
• Coordinate with survey crews to establish and maintain accurate line and grade.
• Schedule and coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractors to maximize productivity.
• Monitor trench safety systems and ensure compliance with OSHA requirements.
• Coordinate utility work with grading, paving, and other site development tasks.
• Manage utility tie-ins and relocations; resolve conflicts with existing underground utilities.
• Maintain daily reports, production logs, safety documentation, and project records.
• Identify and resolve field issues, conflicts, and production challenges.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and toolbox talks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project planning

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GPS machine control

Laser grade systems

Job description

J.C. Wilkie Construction is seeking a Pipe Utility Foreman to supervise storm drainage, sanitary sewer, and water distribution installations on Columbia/Lexington area projects. You will lead pipe crews, coordinate subcontractors, read plans, and ensure safety and quality on site.

Responsibilities include planning daily work, maintaining records, and coordinating with survey teams to keep schedules. A strong safety focus and experience with underground utilities are essential for success in this