Lead Trenching Foreman – Utility-Scale Projects

R-2 Contractors, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union Wages & Benefits

Union Retirement

Paid Time Off (PTO) / Sick Leave

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus

Job summary

R-2 Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Utility-Scale Trenching Foreman to lead trenching and underground conduit installation on nationwide projects. You will plan daily work, coordinate crews and equipment, read drawings, ensure safety, and deliver production on schedule.

Candidates must have 5+ years in utility-scale trenching, 2+ years as a foreman, travel nationwide, and a valid driver’s license with willingness for extended hours. Union wages and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of utility-scale trenching, underground utility, or heavy civil construction experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Trenching Foreman leading field crews.
• Ability to travel nationwide and work extended hours as project schedules require.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily trenching and underground conduit installation activities for utility-scale infrastructure projects.
• Plan daily work assignments and coordinate crews, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and production activities.
• Read and interpret project drawings, specifications, trench profiles, utility layouts, and construction documents.
• Coordinate high-production trenching, single-pass mechanical laying, cable lay box operations, conduit installation, bedding placement, warning mesh installation, backfilling, and restoration activities.
• Ensure trenching operations are completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor daily production, manpower, equipment utilization, and project progress.
• Coordinate the operation of trenchers, rock saws, cable lay box systems, excavators, loaders, and other support equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while promoting a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate with Superintendents, Project Managers, survey crews, inspectors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Identify field issues and proactively communicate solutions before they impact production.
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members while building future field leaders.
• Complete daily reports, production tracking, and required project documentation.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the crew.
• Lead by example while living and reinforcing the R-2 Core Values every day.

Skills

Leadership

Field leadership

Safety culture

Communication

Project coordination

Problem-solving

Tools

Tesmec trenchers

Vermeer trenchers

Rock saws

Cable lay box systems

Excavators

Job description

R-2 Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Utility-Scale Trenching Foreman to lead trenching and underground conduit installation on nationwide projects. You will plan daily work, coordinate crews and equipment, read drawings, ensure safety, and deliver production on schedule.

Candidates must have 5+ years in utility-scale trenching, 2+ years as a foreman, travel nationwide, and a valid driver’s license with willingness for extended hours. Union wages and benefits apply.