Underground Utility Foreman: Hands-on Leader

Benchmark Utility Services; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth

Job summary

Benchmark Utility Services is a premier design-build and utility construction firm with over ten years of experience executing 500+ projects. We seek a hands-on Foreman to supervise daily field operations, ensure safety, and lead crews on infrastructure installations.

You will read blueprints, coordinate with project teams, manage subcontractors, and drive production while maintaining quality standards. OSHA 10/30 certified candidates with at least 5 years in construction are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years hands-on construction experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• OSHA 10/30 certifications.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates daily activity and time reporting of field crews.
• Supervises daily paperwork execution (toolbox talks, dig permits, etc.).
• Reviews project plans and blueprints; tracks materials, deliveries, trucking, and subcontractor work.
• Inspects work progress, equipment, and sites to verify safety and compliance with specifications.
• Troubleshoots operational problems to minimize downtime.
• Maintains communication with Superintendent, project managers, and subcontractors to resolve issues.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Blueprint reading

Equipment operation

Job description

Benchmark Utility Services is a premier design-build and utility construction firm with over ten years of experience executing 500+ projects. We seek a hands-on Foreman to supervise daily field operations, ensure safety, and lead crews on infrastructure installations.

You will read blueprints, coordinate with project teams, manage subcontractors, and drive production while maintaining quality standards. OSHA 10/30 certified candidates with at least 5 years in construction are preferred.