Pipe Foreman (Underground Wet Utilities)

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Oklahoma is seeking a Foreman with experience in underground wet utilities to supervise crews on various projects including water lines and sanitary sewers. Candidates must have a minimum of 2-3 years of supervisory experience and 4-6 years in pipe laying and large equipment operation. The role includes ensuring safety compliance, inspecting work, and managing project timelines. Comprehensive benefits and competitive pay are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of supervising/crew leadership experience.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in pipe laying.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of operating large heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise crews installing wet and dry utilities.
• Read and interpret safety policies and blueprints.
• Inspect work performed by subordinates for conformance.

Skills

Crew leadership

Pipe laying

Heavy equipment operation

Safety policy enforcement

Blueprint reading

Job description

FOREMAN WITH EXPERIENCE IN UNDERGROUND WET UTILITIES

With over 50 years of delivering complex, high‑impact infrastructure and mission‑critical projects, we bring the experience, resources, and proven execution needed to complete our work safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality.

RLW offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training and employee development to grow your career and thrive under the Ralph L. Wadsworth reputation for excellence. We offer amazing benefits and supply you with the tools needed to maximize your growth and potential.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan - 401K, employees will receive a company contribution up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Growth and Career Advancement

Position Description

The Pipe Foreman will be responsible for supervising crews that install wet and dry utilities in a variety of settings including water lines, storm drain and sanitary sewer lines, and dry conduits. A pipe layer/operator will be assigned to a variety of jobs ranging from heavy highway, underground utilities, commercial site work, street improvements, waste water and water projects.

Pipe Layer / Operator foreman responsibilities and abilities include but are not limited to the list below. Other duties may be assigned.

• Read, understand, interpret and enforce safety policies and practices.
• Examine blueprints to determine dimensions of structure.
• Lay out floor‑plan/worksite as needed.
• Determine sequence of activities concerning fabrication, assembly, and erection of structure.
• Assign workers to tasks.
• Inspect work performed by subordinates to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Study production schedules and estimate worker hour requirements for completion of job assignment.
• Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product to increase efficiency of work crew.
• Analyze and resolve work problems, assist workers in solving work problems, and initiate or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
• Maintain time and production records.
• Estimate, requisition, and inspect materials.
• Maintain a general knowledge of equipment used on the job, including basic understanding of equipment limits and designed purposes.

Position Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum of 2‑3 years of supervising/crew leadership experience.
• Minimum of 4‑6 years of experience in pipe laying.
• Minimum of 4‑6 years of operating large heavy equipment experience in connection with pipe laying.
• Work safely.
• Be able to carry 70 lbs. or more – frequent cross body movements such as bending, climbing, twisting, balancing, stooping, etc.
• Flexible availability to include overtime and weekends.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.