Foreman- Water/wastewater Construction
A growing heavy civil contractor is seeking an experienced Foreman to lead field operations on water, wastewater, and underground utility construction projects throughout the Houston area. This position is responsible for supervising crews, coordinating daily activities, maintaining safety and quality standards, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in water and wastewater infrastructure construction, including pipelines, lift stations, pump stations, treatment facilities, and related underground utility work.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise field crews on water, wastewater, and underground utility projects.
- Coordinate daily work activities, manpower, equipment, and materials.
- Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and project schedules.
- Ensure work is performed according to project requirements, quality standards, and safety regulations.
- Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce company safety policies.
- Coordinate with superintendents, project managers, subcontractors, inspectors, and owners' representatives.
- Monitor production goals and ensure efficient utilization of labor and equipment.
- Assist with project planning, site logistics, and sequencing of work activities.
- Track labor hours, production quantities, and daily progress reports.
- Identify and resolve field issues to minimize project delays.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in heavy civil, water/wastewater, or underground utility construction.
- Previous experience leading crews as a Foreman, Lead Foreman, or Superintendent-in-Training.
- Strong knowledge of waterline, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, lift station, and utility installation projects.
- Experience with excavation, trenching, shoring, pipe installation, and site utility construction.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Working knowledge of equipment commonly used in underground utility construction.
- OSHA 30 certification preferred.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Preferred Experience
- Water Treatment Plant (WTP) construction
- Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) construction
- Lift station and pump station projects
- Large-diameter waterline and sewer installations
- Concrete structures and utility structures
- Municipal and public works infrastructure projects
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