Lead Utility Foreman - Underground Water & Sewer

C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Foreman to lead field crews on heavy civil, roadway, and site development projects in the Savannah, Georgia area.

You will manage underground utility installation, coordinate equipment and materials, and keep production moving safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will understand field leadership, thrive from the front, and take pride in delivering high-quality infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experience leading crews performing underground utility installation on heavy civil, roadway, or site development projects.
• Strong knowledge of water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage systems.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility plans, profiles, and specifications.
• Solid understanding of line and grade requirements.
• Experience coordinating excavation, trenching, pipe installation, backfill, and compaction activities.
• Knowledge of underground utility safety and trench safety requirements.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to plan ahead, solve problems in the field, and keep a crew productive.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise utility crews performing underground utility installation.
• Plan and coordinate daily work activities, manpower, equipment, and materials.
• Oversee installation of water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, and other underground utilities.
• Read and interpret construction plans, utility profiles, specifications, and grade information.
• Ensure utilities are installed to correct line, grade, depth, and project specifications.
• Coordinate with project superintendents, project managers, survey crews, inspectors, subcontractors, and other trades.
• Direct equipment operators, pipe crews, laborers, and other field personnel.
• Monitor production and adjust crew activities to keep work moving efficiently.
• Identify potential conflicts with existing utilities, structures, or other jobsite conditions.
• Ensure proper trench safety, excavation practices, and jobsite safety procedures are followed.
• Inspect completed work and maintain a high standard of quality.
• Track materials and communicate upcoming equipment, material, and manpower needs.
• Complete daily reports and communicate project progress, challenges, and safety concerns to management.
• Lead by example and promote a strong safety culture on every job.

Skills

Utility crew leadership

Underground utilities installation

Read construction drawings

Safety leadership

Coordination & communication

Field problem solving

Team productivity planning

Job description

C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Foreman to lead field crews on heavy civil, roadway, and site development projects in the Savannah, Georgia area.

You will manage underground utility installation, coordinate equipment and materials, and keep production moving safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will understand field leadership, thrive from the front, and take pride in delivering high-quality infrastructure.