Lead Underground Pipefitting Foreman

Texas Materials; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Disability benefits

401(k) retirement savings

Health and wellness programs

Competitive base pay

Job summary

Texas Materials, a CRH Company, seeks an Underground Pipefitter Foreman to supervise crews installing water lines, storm and sanitary sewers, and related underground structures. You will lead safety meetings, ensure compliance with plans and schedules, and coordinate field activities with superintendents and engineers.

The role requires 5+ years in heavy underground utility work, ability to operate excavators/backhoe/loader, and proven supervisory experience in a construction setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in heavy underground utility work installing water lines, sanitary sewer, storm sewer.
• Able to operate excavators, backhoe, and loader.
• Strong supervisory or foreman experience (2+ years).

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise underground utility crews on construction projects.
• Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, grades, and utility layouts.
• Coordinate daily work activities with Superintendents, Project Managers, Surveyors, and other crews.
• Oversee installation of storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water mains, and related underground structures.
• Monitor trenching, shoring, excavation, bedding, and backfill operations.
• Train and mentor crew members on proper installation methods and safety practices.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Reading plans

Education

High school diploma or GED

5+ years underground utility experience

Tools

Excavators

Backhoe

Loader

Job description

Texas Materials, a CRH Company, seeks an Underground Pipefitter Foreman to supervise crews installing water lines, storm and sanitary sewers, and related underground structures. You will lead safety meetings, ensure compliance with plans and schedules, and coordinate field activities with superintendents and engineers.

The role requires 5+ years in heavy underground utility work, ability to operate excavators/backhoe/loader, and proven supervisory experience in a construction setting.