Lead Underground Utilities Pipe Foreman

Ames Construction; Johnstown (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Construction is a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure. This Pipe Foreman role leads underground utility crews on heavy civil projects, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time execution.

The position requires strong leadership, OSHA knowledge, and experience with trenching, grading, and utility installations. Projects are nationwide, with travel to site locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of underground utility construction experience.
• Minimum of 2 years leading pipe crews or foreman-level experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and practices.
• Familiar with heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of trenching, excavation, grading and utility construction methods.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to work with power and non-power tools.
• Physical ability to sit/stand, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Instill Safety as a top priority.
• Lead, direct, and motivate pipe crews in underground utility installations.
• Interpret and execute work per project plans, specs, grades, and standards.
• Coordinate daily crew activities, equipment, and materials to maximize productivity.
• Conduct pre-task planning and daily safety meetings with crew members.
• Monitor trench safety and proper shoring practices.
• Work with Superintendents, PMs, surveyors, and trades to maintain schedules.
• Track production quantities and provide daily reports on labor and materials.
• Inspect completed work to meet quality standards and project specs.
• Maintain documentation including timecards and daily logs.

Skills

Underground utility

Crew leadership

OSHA standards

Heavy equipment

Trenching

Excavation

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Job description

Ames Construction is a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure. This Pipe Foreman role leads underground utility crews on heavy civil projects, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time execution.

The position requires strong leadership, OSHA knowledge, and experience with trenching, grading, and utility installations. Projects are nationwide, with travel to site locations as needed.