Pipe Foreman

A.H. Cornell & Son INC.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A.H. Cornell & Son INC. in Pennsylvania seeks a full-time Pipe Foreman to lead on-site crews in Bucks, Montgomery and Chester Counties.

You will organize daily activities, read and interpret blueprints, and ensure work aligns with plans and specifications on storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main installations. You will coordinate equipment and materials, monitor progress and quality, enforce safety procedures, and maintain accurate daily reports while supporting teamwork and efficient

Qualifications

• Experience leading pipe crews on civil or utility projects.
• Ability to read construction drawings, specs, and site plans.
• Knowledge of excavation, trench safety, pipe laying, and compaction.
• Experience coordinating labor, equipment, and materials to meet schedule and quality.
• Commitment to safety and OSHA rules.
• Strong communication and leadership with diverse crews.

Responsibilities

• Organize and direct pipe crews installing storm, sanitary sewers and water mains.
• Read blueprints and plans, interpret specs for field activities.
• Coordinate equipment, materials, and labor to follow project schedules.
• Enforce safety procedures and document daily reports.
• Communicate with project management and subcontractors as needed.

Skills

Crew leadership

Blueprint reading

Pipe installation

Safety compliance

Project coordination

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in construction/utilities

Job description

Company Description A.H. Cornell & Son INC. is a fourth-generation construction company established in 1954, offering long-standing stability and industry expertise. The company provides a full range of site services including earthwork, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main installation. Additional services include milling, paving, and demolition, supporting a variety of civil and infrastructure projects. Team members work on projects that improve local communities and benefit from the company’s commitment to safety, quality, and dependable service.

Role Description The Pipe Foreman role is a full-time, on-site position based in Bucks, Montgomery and Chester Counties of Pennsylvania. The Pipe Foreman oversees pipe crews installing storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water mains, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, and according to plans and specifications. Day-to-day responsibilities include organizing and directing crew activities, reading and interpreting blueprints, coordinating equipment and material needs, and monitoring project progress and quality. The role also involves enforcing safety procedures, communicating with project management, addressing field issues, and maintaining accurate daily reports. The Pipe Foreman actively supports a culture of safety, teamwork, and efficient job-site operations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading pipe crews on civil or utility construction projects, including storm, sanitary, and water main installation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and site plans, and translate them into actionable field activities.
• Strong knowledge of excavation practices, trench safety, pipe laying techniques, and compaction requirements.
• Proficiency in coordinating labor, equipment, and materials to meet schedule and quality standards.
• Commitment to safety, with practical understanding of OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, with the ability to guide diverse crews and collaborate with supervisors, inspectors, and subcontractors.
• Basic recordkeeping skills for documenting daily activities, quantities, and job-site conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to Chester County, PA job sites.
• Previous experience as a foreman or lead in heavy civil, utility, or site work construction strongly preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training in construction or utilities is beneficial.