Pipe Superintendent - Foreman

Reytec Construction Resources; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Reytec Construction Resources is seeking experienced Underground Utility Pipe Installers and Pipe Crew Members to install water, sewer, and storm drainage pipelines on municipal and industrial projects in Texas.

Candidates should have 3–5 years in pipe installation, read blueprints, and work safely around heavy equipment; the crew focuses on 4" to 108" diameters with PVC, DIP, RCP, and HDPE.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and collaboration on field crews.
• Strong communication with crew and supervisors.
• Meticulous attention to pipe alignment and quality.
• Commitment to safety procedures and site rules.
• Proven ability to maintain project schedules and adapt to weather.
• Experience coordinating with rigging and heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and follow construction plans and specs.

Responsibilities

• Install underground water, sewer, storm drain, and transmission pipelines 4"–108" in diameter.
• Install and assemble PVC, steel, BWCP, RCP, DIP, and HDPE pipe as required.
• Read blueprints and construction drawings; ensure correct line and grade.
• Set pipe to line and grade using lasers, levels, and grade rods.
• Prepare trenches and bedding per project specs.
• Assist with rigging, lifting, and placement of large-diameter pipe with heavy equipment.
• Install valves, fittings, manholes, vaults, hydrants, joints, and mechanical joints.
• Perform hydrostatic, pressure, leakage tests, and inspections as required.
• Backfill and compact trenches in accordance with specs.

Skills

Team oriented

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Quality workmanship

Safety mindset

Meet project schedule

Job description

Hiring: Underground Utility Pipe Superintendent and Pipe Crew

Position Summary

We are seeking experienced Underground Utility Pipe Installers and Pipe Crew Members to install a variety of water, wastewater, and storm drainage pipeline systems. Candidates must have experience installing PVC, ductile iron, steel, reinforced concrete, and/ or bar-wrapped cylinder pipe ranging from 4 inches to 108 inches in diameter. The ideal candidate is safety-oriented, dependable, and capable of working efficiently as part of a construction crew on municipal and industrial infrastructure projects.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Install underground water, sewer, storm drain, and transmission pipelines ranging from 4" to 108" diameter.
• Install and assemble:
• PVC Pipe
• Steel Pipe
• Bar-Wrapped Cylinder Pipe (BWCP)
• Reinforced Concrete Pipe (RCP)
• Ductile Iron Pipe (DIP)
• High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), when required
• Read and interpret construction plans, profiles, grades, and specifications.
• Set pipe to proper line and grade using lasers, levels, and grade rods.
• Prepare trenches and bedding materials according to project specifications.
• Assist with rigging, lifting, and placement of large-diameter pipe using excavators, loaders, cranes, and other heavy equipment.
• Install valves, fittings, manholes, vaults, hydrants, restrained joints, and mechanical joints.
• Perform hydrostatic testing, pressure testing, leakage testing, and pipeline inspections as required.
• Backfill and compact trenches in accordance with project specifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience installing underground utility pipe.
• Proven experience with pipe sizes ranging from 4 inches to 108 inches.
• Knowledge of municipal water, sewer, and storm drainage construction.
• Ability to read blueprints and construction drawings.
• Familiarity with laser grading and elevation control.
• Experience working around excavations and trench boxes.
• Strong understanding of safe rigging and material handling practices.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work in varying weather conditions.

Work Environment

• Outdoor construction sites
• Municipal infrastructure projects
• Industrial facilities
• Water and wastewater treatment plants
• Roadway and utility construction projects

Desired Skills

• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Commitment to quality workmanship
• Strong safety mindset
• Ability to meet project schedule