Utility Leadman

Barriere Construction; LaPlace (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, disability benefits

Retirement savings program

Wellness programs

Growth and internal promotion

Job summary

Barriere Construction is hiring a Utility Leadman in Louisiana to support field crews on heavy civil projects. You will trench, lay water and sewer lines, and assist the Foreman with daily tasks while ensuring safety and quality on site.

The role requires 1 year of pipelaying experience, with preference for 2 years. Strong teamwork, organization, and communication are essential, along with familiarity with site software and procedures.

Qualifications

• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well with others at all levels of the organization.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Working knowledge of and proficiency with a variety of computer word processing and database software applications.

Responsibilities

• Dig trenches and grade to place pipe.
• Set up pipe laser and lay water, sewer, and drainage pipe.
• Cut, fit and seal various types of pipe.
• Interpret production targets and schedules.
• Lead TAR meetings with crew.
• Direct crew in absence of Foreman to meet productivity goals.
• Communicate with owner representatives and maintain safety and housekeeping on site.

Skills

Problem analysis

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Technical software knowledge

Tools

B2W

Job description

Career Opportunities: Utility Leadman (529860)

Requisition ID529860-Posted10/14/2026-AMAT-Barriere Construction-Full Time-Operations, Field and Plant Mgmt-United States-Louisiana

Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is the Louisiana-based infrastructure contractor of choice for our Gulf South employees and customers. For 70+ years, we have continuously created value through our Culture of Care while safely and reliably delivering quality construction projects and materials under budget and on time, every time - this is our B Guarantee. Infrastructure and heavy civil construction services include asphalt and concrete paving, site preparation, structural, mechanical, and turnkey services. Materials sales are also available for all projects including your own, from residential to industrial. We are one of the largest asphalt producers in Louisiana with the largest asphalt plant in the state along with two others. Our award-winning Construction Group is constantly expanding the scope of its capabilities. It currently specializes in transportation, petrochemical, power, commercial, residential, and ports and rail projects.

The Utility Leadman position is an intermediate-level position reporting to the crew Foreman. The Utility Leadman communicates events, conditions, and issues as they arise while assisting with the direction and oversight of crew members.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Digging and grading trenches to place pipe in.
• Ability to set up pipe laser.
• Laying water, sewer, and drainage pipe to line and grade.
• Cut, fit and seal various types of pipe.
• Interprets production targets and schedules
• Assist the Foreman with daily Task Analysis Review (TAR) meeting with the crew before the start of the shift.
• Lead crew to complete tasks without delay in the absence of the Foreman.
• Achieving or exceeding all productivity and profitability goals.
• Report to career development and leadman training.
• Understanding and complying with all Company policies and procedures.
• Using Company tools and equipment in accordance with established TPR practices.
• Communicating with owner representatives.
• Maintaining a professional demeanor at all times on the job.
• Ensure the safety of crew and public; comply with all safety initiatives, protocols, and procedures
• Maintaining a clean and safe Jobsite; and good housekeeping procedure

Required Experience:

One (1) year of pipelaying experience in a heavy civil construction environment.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

--Problem analysis and problem-solving skills

--Ability to work well with others at all levels of the organization

--Organizational & time management skills

--Ability to work under pressure

--Interpersonal skills and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Basic

--Written and oral communication skills

--Working knowledge of and proficiency with a variety of computer word processing and database software applications

Preferred Experience:

Two (2) years of pipelaying experience in heavy civil construction environment.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Ablilities:

--Experience with B2W

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• Aninclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is an equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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