Underground Utilities Site Foreman

Southern Utilities & Grading, LLC.; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Southern Utilities & Grading, LLC. is seeking an experienced Underground Utilities Site Foreman to lead field operations in Salisbury, NC. This hands-on leadership role oversees crews, manages job sites, and ensures projects are completed safely, on time, and to spec.

You’ll read blueprints, coordinate daily site activities and logistics, enforce OSHA safety standards, and communicate progress to project managers. Travel is required and a strong track record in underground utilities is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in underground utilities construction.
• Prior foreman or supervisory experience leading field crews.
• Proficiency with excavation, trenching, and utility installation methods.
• Ability to read and interpret civil construction plans and drawings.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and trench safety standards.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Experience operating or directing heavy equipment preferred.
• Ability to pass multi pannel drug screening prior to employment.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct underground utilities crew members on active job sites.
• Oversee installation of water, sewer, storm drain, and other underground utility systems.
• Coordinate daily site activities, equipment, and material logistics.
• Enforce job site safety protocols and OSHA compliance standards.
• Communicate project progress, issues, and updates to project managers.
• Read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and utility drawings.
• Ensure quality control and workmanship meets project specifications.
• Assist with scheduling subcontractors and inspections as needed.
• Travel is required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

OSHA knowledge

Heavy equipment experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance

About the Role:

Southern Utilities & Grading, LLC. is looking for an experienced and driven Underground Utilities Site Foreman to lead field operations out of Salisbury, NC. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll oversee crews, manage job sites, and ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and to spec. If you thrive in the field and know underground utilities inside and out, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and direct underground utilities crew members on active job sites
• Oversee installation of water, sewer, storm drain, and other underground utility systems
• Coordinate daily site activities, equipment, and material logistics
• Enforce job site safety protocols and OSHA compliance standards
• Communicate project progress, issues, and updates to project managers
• Read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and utility drawings
• Ensure quality control and workmanship meets project specifications
• Assist with scheduling subcontractors and inspections as needed
• Travel is required

Requirements:

• Experience in underground utilities construction
• Prior foreman or supervisory experience leading field crews
• Proficiency with excavation, trenching, and utility installation methods
• Ability to read and interpret civil construction plans and drawings
• Strong knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and trench safety standards
• Valid driver's license required
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Experience operating or directing heavy equipment preferred
• Ability to pass multi pannel drug screening prior to employment
• High School Dipoloma or GED

About Us:

Southern Utilities & Grading, LLC. is a trusted name in site development and underground utility construction serving the Carolinas. We've built a reputation for quality craftsmanship, reliable project delivery, and a crew‑first culture that keeps our team coming back. When you join Southern Utilities & Grading, you're joining a company that values hard work, takes care of its people, and takes pride in building the infrastructure that communities depend on.