Utility Foreman

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS); Town of Springfield (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. seeks an experienced Utility Foreman to manage a crew on underground utility projects. You will lead field crews, schedule tasks, ensure safety, and maintain quality, while coordinating with project managers.

This role requires 5+ years in heavy civil underground work, strong leadership, and willingness to travel to project sites in and around Broken Arrow, OK. Candidates should ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy civil underground utility construction experience, including water, sewer, and storm drainage installation.
• Leadership experience in supervising a crew and coordinating with project managers.
• Willingness to travel to project sites in and around Broken Arrow, OK.
• Strong communication skills to interact with diverse audiences.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a crew of construction workers, including scheduling, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress.
• Oversee installation, repair, and maintenance of underground utilities (water, sewer, storm, etc.).
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards.
• Ensure crew compliance with laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• Communicate with project managers and stakeholders to keep work on schedule and within budget.
• Develop relationships with crew members and subcontractors to meet schedules and deadlines.
• Train crew members on safety procedures and best practices.
• Manage project resources to ensure efficient use of materials and equipment.
• Identify and resolve issues arising during construction.

Skills

Leadership

Crew management

Underground utilities

Safety compliance

Communication

Travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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)