Underground Bore General Foreman

Irby Construction Company; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401K

Job summary

Irby Construction Company in Orlando, FL seeks an Underground Boring General Foreman to lead multiple HDD, trenching, and underground utility crews. You will bridge the gap between project managers and field crews, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule with a focus on efficiency.

The role requires 5+ years of progressive trade experience, CDL Class A, and OQs, plus ability to read prints and manage heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive trade experience in horizontal directional drilling, trenching, and underground utility installation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate multiple bore and utility crews to synchronize labor, heavy equipment, and company priorities.
• Manage HDD and auger boring operations according to blueprints and utility specifications.
• Enforce OSHA standards and company HSE policies to protect workers and prevent utility strikes.
• Verify bore paths and correct installation of conduits and pipes.
• Review daily production reports, complete bore logs, manage equipment maintenance, and coordinate Dig Safe/811 markings.

Skills

Crew leadership

Directional drilling

Underground utilities

Reading prints

Math calculations

Operations management

Tools

CDL Class A

Operator Qualifications (OQs)

Job description

About Us

Irby Construction Company has been building infrastructure for the power industry for more than 75 years. Our business values and performance-driven mindset guide our actions. Our approach to work starts with safety, puts people first, seeks to innovate, and promises to perform.

About Us

Irby is proud of its inclusive work environment, family-oriented culture, excellent benefits, and clear pathways for career growth. We strive to provide every employee with clear expectations and opportunities for advancement. What’s more, Irby has long long-valued tenure. In fact, many of our executive leaders started with Irby early in their careers and in the field. When you join our team, you join an established firm, with a culture centered around its people. Teamwork is how we work. There is no other way. Pride is ever-present inside our offices and the bond of brotherhood runs strong among our crews. Irby Construction is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quanta Services. That means team Irby gets the benefits of the company culture we’re known for along with the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 organization. (NYSE: PWR). Build your career at Irby Construction.

About This Role

An Underground Boring General Foreman at Irby Construction Company is a senior field supervisor who manages multiple underground utility, trenchless technology, and directional drilling crews. They bridge the gap between project managers and field workers to ensure operations run safely, efficiently, and on schedule. These job openings are for Orlando and the surrounding areas.

What You'll Do

• Crew Management: Supervise and coordinate multiple bore and utility crews to synchronize labor, heavy equipment, and company priorities.
• Project Oversight: Manage the execution of horizontal directional drilling (HDD) and auger boring operations according to blueprints and utility specifications.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce OSHA standards and company HSE (Health, Safety, & Environmental) policies to protect workers and prevent utility strikes.
• Quality Assurance: Verify bore paths, oversee drilling mud/fluid mixtures, and ensure the correct installation of conduits and pipes.
• Administrative Duties: Review daily production reports, complete bore logs, manage equipment maintenance, and coordinate Dig Safe/811 utility markings. [
• Resource Logistics: Order necessary materials, track job progress, and communicate with clients, engineers, and project managers

General Duties

• Accountable for quality of work to ensure that it is being performed according to specifications.
• Visit crews and monitor their safety, quality, & production.
• Assist the crew in coordination of major project activities
• Attend all required project meetings with Owner as needed.
• Assist with updating schedules and/or progress reports.
• Verify that as-builts & progress charts are maintained.
• Have a good line of communication with inspector.
• Arrange and/or participate in weekly foremen meetings (review if not attending).
• Arrange and/or participate in monthly safety meetings (review if not attending).
• Participate in monthly job safety review meetings.
• Accountable for cost, progress and schedule for duration of project.
• Accountable for compliance with safety program and review all accidents.
• Follow up on any complaints (from owner, general public, or landowners).

What You'll Bring

• Experience: 5+ years of progressive trade experience in horizontal directional drilling, trenching, and underground utility installation required.
• Leadership: Proven ability to manage multiple teams, resolve field conflicts, and train crew members.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read/interpret job prints, perform math (e.g., calculating pipe angles and bore setbacks), and operate or troubleshoot heavy equipment.
• Certifications: Valid Commercial Driver's License ( CDL Class A ) and relevant industry Operator Qualifications (OQs) are frequently required.

What You'll Get

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401K

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.