Excavation & Utilities Foreman

Beck Construction & Excavation•South Jordan, UT

About The Position

Beck Construction & Excavation is seeking an experienced Excavation & Utilities Foreman to lead a crew while working alongside them. This hands-on leadership role oversees daily excavation, underground utility installation, grading, and related civil construction activities. The foreman is expected to understand the full scope of projects, anticipate upcoming work, and keep people, equipment, and materials moving efficiently. The company is a Utah-based construction business specializing in excavation, underground utilities, and infrastructure work. It values confident, professional people with a strong work ethic who are enthusiastic and detail-oriented. Beck believes strong field leadership contributes to safe, efficient, and successful projects, and seeks a foreman who takes ownership, leads by example, and is committed to excellence.

Requirements

Extensive hands-on experience in excavation, underground utilities, or related civil construction.
Strong knowledge of waterline, sewer, and storm drain installation, trenching, grading, and compaction.
Ability to read construction plans, interpret survey stakes, establish grades, and use lasers or other layout equipment.
Experience leading construction crews and coordinating daily field operations.
Understanding of heavy equipment operations and safe work practices.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to plan ahead, make sound decisions, and maintain productivity without sacrificing safety or quality.
Valid driver's license.
Must be willing to obtain required certifications.

Nice To Haves

Equipment operating experience is preferred but not required.
OSHA 10 certification.
Trench safety competent person training.
Traffic control certification.
SWPPP training.

Responsibilities

Lead and work alongside crews performing excavation, underground utility installation, grading, and related construction activities.
Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, survey stakes, and grades.
Coordinate daily work assignments, equipment, materials, and resources to keep projects moving efficiently.
Direct waterline, sewer, and storm drain installation, including proper bedding, elevations, slopes, backfill, and compaction.
Coordinate field activities throughout assigned projects, including concrete and asphalt restoration, inspections, and final cleanup.
Maintain safe job sites and ensure proper excavation, trench safety, and traffic control practices.
Ensure equipment is properly inspected, maintained, and utilized.
Train, mentor, and develop crew members while reinforcing quality, productivity, and accountability.
Complete accurate daily reports, verify crew time, and ensure project documentation is submitted.
Communicate regularly with project leadership regarding progress, scheduling, equipment needs, and potential challenges.