Underground Pipe Foreman

Lean Synergy Solutions; Cookeville (TN); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Zusammenfassung

Lean Synergy Solutions is hiring an experienced Underground Pipe Foreman in Cookeville, TN, to oversee civil water and wastewater construction projects. Ideal candidates should possess extensive underground utility experience and be able to lead crews effectively.

Responsibilities include ensuring accurate installation, maintaining safety, coordinating excavation activities, and managing crew schedules. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered, making it an excellent opportunity for growth in a stable work environment.

Qualifikationen

• Hands-on field experience in heavy civil construction and underground utilities.
• Foreman or crew lead experience in pipe installation preferred.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operations and safety practices.

Aufgaben

• Lead crews in assembling and repairing underground pipe systems.
• Set up and use pipe lasers and levels for accurate installation.
• Coordinate with equipment operators for safe job site execution.

Kenntnisse

Underground pipe installation

Reading project plans

Heavy civil construction

Pipe laying for water and sewer systems

Jobbeschreibung

Position Title: Underground Pipe Foreman

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Lean Synergy Solutions is seeking an experienced Underground Pipe Foreman to support heavy civil water and wastewater construction projects throughout Tennessee. This role is designed for a hands-on field leader with underground utility and pipe installation experience, strong knowledge of line and grade, and the ability to turn project requirements into a safe, organized, production-focused work plan for the crew. The ideal candidate can read plans and specifications, coordinate with equipment operators, monitor field conditions, maintain accurate reporting, and help deliver quality work on active job sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support crews assembling, installing, and repairing underground pipe, fittings, valves, storm and sanitary sewers, drains, water mains, and related utility systems.
• Set up and use pipe lasers, levels, and transits to position pipe and fittings in trenches and maintain accurate line and grade.
• Read and interpret project plans, drawings, specifications, take-off quantities, and site conditions to support accurate field execution.
• Measure, cut, install, backfill, and leak-test pipe systems using approved methods, materials, and safety practices.
• Coordinate with equipment operators using hand signals and clear job-site communication during excavation, placement, backfill, and lifting activities.
• Turn work requirements into a prioritized daily plan for the crew, follow project schedules, and help meet production goals.
• Check tools and equipment for proper working condition, maintain a clean and safe job site, and prepare reports as required.
• Travel to project sites throughout Tennessee as work requires.

Location

Cookeville, TN / Project Sites Throughout Tennessee

Required Qualifications

• Candidates should have relevant hands-on field experience in heavy civil construction, underground pipe installation, and water/wastewater projects.
• Prior foreman, crew lead, or field leadership experience in underground utility or pipe installation environments is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of pipe laying for water mains, sanitary sewers, storm sewer, and related utility systems is required.
• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, drawings, project schedules, site conditions, and verbal instructions is required.
• Ability to understand line and grade, shoot grade with a level, set up a pipe laser, and take accurate measurements is required.
• General knowledge of heavy equipment operations, maintenance awareness, and safe coordination around active equipment is required.
• Experience working with poured-in-place concrete structures and heavy civil project environments is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trench safety and rigging/signaling training are preferred.
• Experience with ductile iron, steel, PVC, and other underground pipe materials is preferred.
• Commercial, industrial, pump station, water treatment, or wastewater treatment project experience is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary range dependent on experience (DOE).
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident coverage, short-and-long-term disability, and voluntary life insurance.
• 401(k), paid holidays, and paid vacation are provided.
• Company truck with fuel card and per diem are available for eligible project assignments.
• Employees benefit from stable project work, career growth opportunities, and a strong safety-focused construction environment.