Underground Pipefitter Foreperson (Corpus Christi)

Texas Materials Group, Inc; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental and disability plans

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

Texas Materials, a CRH company, seeks an Underground Pipefitter Foreman to supervise crews installing and maintaining underground utility systems, including storm and sanitary sewers and water lines. You will guide field teams, ensure safety, and deliver projects per plans and schedules.

The role requires leadership, strong knowledge of underground utilities, and the ability to work with diverse teams on complex sites, with travel and possible night shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 5+ years in heavy underground utility work installing water lines, sanitary sewer, storm sewer.
• Previous related experience in the construction field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise underground utility crews on construction projects.
• Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, grades, and utility layouts.
• Coordinate daily work activities with Superintendents, Project Managers, Surveyors, and other crews.
• Oversee the installation of storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water mains, manholes, inlets, junction boxes, and related underground structures.
• Monitor trenching, shoring, excavation, bedding, and backfill operations.
• Ensure pipe systems are installed according to project specifications and grade requirements.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce company safety policies and procedures.
• Inspect work areas, equipment, and completed installations to ensure quality standards are met.
• Schedule labor, equipment, and materials to maximize productivity.
• Train and mentor crew members on proper installation methods, safety practices, and equipment operation.
• Maintain production records, daily reports, and documentation as required.
• Communicate project progress, delays, and challenges to management.
• Perform hands-on work alongside crew members when necessary.
• Coordinate utility conflict resolutions and adjustments in the field.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Underground utilities knowledge

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Construction field experience

5+ years in heavy underground utility work

Tools

Excavators

Backhoe

Loader

Job description

Job ID: 529535

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

Position Overview

The Underground Pipefitter Foreman is responsible for supervising and coordinating crews engaged in the installation, maintenance, and repair of underground utility systems, including storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water lines, and drainage structures. This position ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to company standards, plans, specifications, and schedules. The Foreman provides leadership, training, and daily direction to crew members while maintaining productivity and quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise underground utility crews on construction projects.
• Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, grades, and utility layouts.
• Coordinate daily work activities with Superintendents, Project Managers, Surveyors, and other crews.
• Oversee the installation of storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water mains, manholes, inlets, junction boxes, and related underground structures.
• Monitor trenching, shoring, excavation, bedding, and backfill operations.
• Ensure pipe systems are installed according to project specifications and grade requirements.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce company safety policies and procedures.
• Inspect work areas, equipment, and completed installations to ensure quality standards are met.
• Schedule labor, equipment, and materials to maximize productivity.
• Train and mentor crew members on proper installation methods, safety practices, and equipment operation.
• Maintain production records, daily reports, and documentation as required.
• Communicate project progress, delays, and challenges to management.
• Perform hands-on work alongside crew members when necessary.
• Coordinate utility conflict resolutions and adjustments in the field.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Degree GED is preferred.
• Previous related experience in the construction field.

• Minimum 5 years in heavy underground utility work installing water lines, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and able to operate excavators, backhoe, and loader is preferred.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• If needed, able to work around existing underground utilities like fiber cable gas lines power cables etc.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or foreman experience.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hand and arms above their shoulders.
• Must be able to exert up to 10-20 lbs. constantly to move objects, 25-50 lbs. of force frequently, and 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally.

What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You

• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

For more information visit: www.crh.com

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