Utility Foreman

Gray & Son, Inc.; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray & Son, Inc. is seeking a hands-on supervisor to lead field crews in the installation of water, sewer, and storm drain systems in Baltimore, MD. You will direct day-to-day activities, ensure quality and safety on site, and coordinate with equipment managers to optimize productivity.

The role requires 2–5 years of utility experience with at least 1 year in supervision, and a strong focus on training and mentoring field staff to improve communications and job-site performance.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of utility experience with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities to guide field crews.
• Ability to coordinate multiple crews to maximize productivity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field employees on day-to-day utility installation work.
• Ensure quality control and safety compliance on site.
• Coordinate with Equipment Manager on equipment needs.
• Address punch lists and ensure cleanup and follow-up walk-through.
• Perform other field duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching/Mentoring

Team coordination

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Supervise and provide direction and guidance to field employees on day-to-day operation's activities relating to placement of underground utilities for water, sewer, and storm drain.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform jobsite quality control checks; ensure quality assurance on all phases of work; ensure efficiency and quality work relating to:
• installation of storm drain systems, fresh water systems, and sewer systems; ensure the punch list for job cleanup is completed and a documented follow up walk-through done to ensure all punch list items have been addressed.
• Provide overall leadership and direct the activities of numerous field employees; fill in and perform other field duties when needed; work with field employees to coordinate forces when possible to increase productivity; coach/mentor field employees to improve communications on the job site.
• Monitor all job site operations for compliance with contract requirements for noise and dust control, non-interruption of Government activities, and utility shutdown procedures; promote and enforce safety policies; have a solid understanding of site safety, health, and substance abuse programs to ensure the safety and well-being of all personnel at the jobsite, address basic questions from employees, and/or know where to direct jobsite personnel to get their questions answered.
• Check equipment to monitor for abuse, neglect, repairs and utilization; work with Equipment Manager to make recommendations on new and additional equipment needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• High school education required.
• Strong preference for 2 to 5 years of utility experience and at least 1 year in a supervisory role.