Underground Utility Foreman

We’re partnering with a growing heavy civil contractor that specializes in underground utility and site construction throughout the DMV. Their work includes water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, excavation, earthwork, and related civil infrastructure. They’re continuing to expand their field operation and are looking for experienced utility professionals who understand how to safely and efficiently get work completed in the field.

This is an opportunity to join a growing civil construction team at a point where strong field leadership really matters. The company is continuing to build its underground utility operation and needs people who understand how to safely and efficiently get work in the ground. For the right Foreman, there is an opportunity to take ownership of a crew, contribute to the company’s continued growth, and build a long-term career as the operation expands.

Job Details

Build what’s beneath the surface—and help power everything above it. We’re seeking an experienced Underground Utility Foreman for a permanent opportunity in the construction industry. This hands-on leadership role is ideal for someone who takes pride in safe operations, productive crews, and high-quality underground infrastructure.

You’ll oversee daily field operations for site work, excavation, earthwork, and wet utility installation. Bring your field expertise, problem-solving skills, and ability to keep projects moving from initial excavation through final installation and restoration.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate field crews performing underground utility installation, site preparation, excavation, trenching, backfilling, grading, and earthwork.

Oversee wet utility projects, including water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage systems, ensuring work meets project specifications and applicable requirements.

Plan daily activities, assign tasks, and coordinate labor, equipment, materials, and deliveries to maintain efficient production.

Read and interpret construction plans, utility drawings, specifications, grades, and elevations.

Promote a safety-first culture through daily briefings, hazard identification, and enforcement of excavation, trenching, shoring, and confined-space procedures as applicable.

Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, inspectors, and utility representatives to resolve field issues and maintain schedules.

Monitor workmanship, installation accuracy, testing readiness, and compliance with quality standards.

Anticipate field challenges, identify conflicts with existing utilities, and communicate practical solutions promptly.

Maintain accurate daily reports covering progress, crew hours, equipment usage, material needs, and jobsite conditions.

Train and mentor crew members while fostering accountability, teamwork, and pride in a job well done.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of relevant construction experience in underground utilities, site work, excavation, earthwork, wet utilities, or equivalent work.

Demonstrated experience leading construction crews as a foreman, lead worker, or in a comparable field leadership role.

Strong knowledge of water, sewer, and storm drainage installation methods, including trench preparation, pipe placement, bedding, backfill, and compaction.

Ability to read construction drawings and understand line, grade, elevations, and project specifications.

Working knowledge of excavation safety, protective systems, utility locating practices, and applicable jobsite safety requirements.

Ability to coordinate heavy equipment operations and organize crews, materials, and equipment effectively.

Strong communication, leadership, planning, and field problem-solving skills.

Commitment to safe work practices, quality construction, and meeting production goals.

Ability to perform essential field duties in an outdoor construction environment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Relevant safety training, excavation competent person training, and equipment operation experience are preferred.