Utility Foreman

emerysapp; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

emerysapp is seeking an experienced Utility Foreman to lead a crew on underground wet utility installation and maintenance projects. The role requires strong leadership, safety focus, and a hands-on approach, with travel to job sites in and around Broken Arrow, OK.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years in heavy civil underground utilities, good communication, and the ability to manage schedules, budgets, and resources effectively. A high school diploma and leadership experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework preferred.
• 5+ years of heavy civil underground utility construction experience.
• Experience in a leadership role.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical skills for data-driven decisions.
• Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus.
• Willingness to travel to project sites around Broken Arrow, OK.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a crew of construction workers, including scheduling and task assignment.
• Oversee installation, repair, and maintenance of underground utilities.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to high quality.
• Ensure crew compliance with laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• Communicate with project managers and stakeholders to keep on schedule and budget.
• Develop and maintain relationships with crew and subcontractors on schedules.
• Train crew on safety procedures and best practices.
• Manage project resources (materials, equipment) for efficiency.
• Identify and resolve issues during construction projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework or vocational training

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Utility Foreman to manage and lead a crew of construction workers on our projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leadership and hands-on experience in underground wet utility installation and maintenance. This role requires strong organizational skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to deliver projects on time and within budget. This person will be traveling to jobsites in Broken Arrow, OK.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a crew of construction workers, including scheduling, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress
• Oversee installation, repair, maintenance of underground utilities (water, sewer, storm, etc.)
• Ensure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest level of quality
• Ensure that all crew members comply with relevant laws, regulations, and safety standards
• Communicate regularly with project managers and other stakeholders to ensure that work is completed on schedule and within budget
• Develop and maintain relationships with crew members and subcontractors to ensure that they are aware of project schedules and deadlines
• Train crew members on safety procedures and best practices
• Manage project resources, including materials and equipment, to ensure that they are used efficiently and effectively
• Identify and resolve issues that arise during construction projects
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework or vocational training preferred
• 5+ years of heavy civil underground utility construction experience, including water, sewer, and storm drainage installation
• Previous experience in a leadership role
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze project data and identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus
• Must be willing to travel to project sites in and around Broken Arrow, OK

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)