Lead Underground Utilities Foreman – Water & Sewer

The Contractor Consultants; Cicero (IN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided truck

Incentives

401(k) with 3% employer contribution

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Dorsey Excavating in Noblesville, IN, is seeking a Pipe Foreman to lead regional underground utility installations. You will run on-site operations, perform pipe and structure calculations, and supervise a 3-5 person crew to ensure safety and quality.

This family-owned firm offers growth opportunities, incentives, a company-provided truck, and benefits including insurance and a 401(k). Travel is required to support residential and commercial projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as Underground Utility Pipe Foreman or lead.
• Ability to run standalone pipe/structure calculations and interpret drawings.
• Experience mentoring field crews of 3-5.
• Strong knowledge of trench safety and underground excavation practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations for underground utility crews to ensure efficient water, sanitary, and storm sewer installations.
• Execute precise structure and pipe calculations independently to verify alignments and slopes.
• Supervise and mentor a field crew of 3-5 professionals to uphold production and quality.
• Interpret complex blueprints, utility drawings, and site plans to establish accurate grades using pipe lasers.
• Coordinate with jobsite superintendents, engineers, and other trades to manage schedules.
• Maintain OSHA compliance through trench safety oversight and daily hazard assessments.

Skills

Pipe calculations

Blueprint interpretation

Crew leadership

Trench safety

Equipment coordination

Underground utilities

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GPS

Laser grading

Utility locating equipment

Job description

Dorsey Excavating in Noblesville, IN, is seeking a Pipe Foreman to lead regional underground utility installations. You will run on-site operations, perform pipe and structure calculations, and supervise a 3-5 person crew to ensure safety and quality.

This family-owned firm offers growth opportunities, incentives, a company-provided truck, and benefits including insurance and a 401(k). Travel is required to support residential and commercial projects.