Foreman - Pipe

Posillico Civil, Inc. • Richmond, VA

8d • $90,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Posillico is Building for Generations. Posillico is a multi-disciplined and diversified construction company. Along with our Civil /foundation group, Posillico’s business units include Wastewater Division, Environmental Division, Utilities Division, Drilling Division, Paving Division, Posillico Consulting LLC, Posillico Developmental LLC, and Posillico Materials, LLC. These companies give Posillico the unequalled, leveraged experience required to complete complex structural and geotechnical projects successfully. Posillico empowers a “people first, think safety” culture throughout our organization. This “people first” culture has helped to promote and maintain an excellent record of accomplishment. Posillico has an exceptional safety program coupled with proactive employees throughout its management and union staff. We offer all employees an excellent opportunity to be part of our developing business at Posillico, as we set the standards for excellence in the construction industry with our integrated solutions. Our company mission is to complete all our projects safely, on time, on target and on budget while having a positive impact in the community.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication, time-management, organization, and plan-reading skills.
• Proficient with electronic documents and construction management software.
• Valid Driver’s License free from serious or frequent violations.
• Able to obtain TWIC or other background credentials for government/restricted sites.
• 5+ years of heavy construction experience (civil infrastructure, roads, bridges, underground utilities) as a heavy equipment operator and pipe layer. Must include at least 2 years of direct experience as a pipe Foreman.
• Skilled with machinery used for underground utilities, including dozers, loaders, excavators, backhoes, rollers, tampers and trench compactors.
• Knowledgeable in various trench sheeting and shoring systems and their proper use in diverse ground conditions and confined spaces.
• Able to interpret survey grade stakes/grading plans, use an auto level, rod, pipe laser, and perform calculations for routine utility and drainage structure installations.
• Deep understanding of materials and installation methods for gravity/pressurized sewer, stormwater and water piping including all associated structures.
• Experienced in surface/groundwater management (centrifugal, diaphragm, well points, filter bags, sedimentation ponds). Knowledgeable in constructing and maintaining erosion controls (silt fence, inlet protection, rock check dams, slope drains, matting).
• Competent in selecting, inspecting, and using rigging and hand signals for lifting materials and drainage structures.

Nice To Haves

• Possesses or can obtain VDOT ESCCC-QP and VA DEQ RLD certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily safety protocols (AHA’s, Toolbox Talks, Safety Huddles). Ensure proper use of PPE, conduct safety walks, verify Miss Utility requests, and confirm utility locations. Oversee housekeeping, log daily safety data in Procore, and participate in incident investigations.
• Track and enter daily labor and equipment hours into timecard software. Coordinate daily with the Superintendent on project schedules, utilize the Plan of the Day (POD), develop weekly look-ahead schedules, and monitor crew production performance.
• Manage and coordinate tasks with subcontractors, vendors, and utility owners. Review plan documents to ensure conformance, execute SWPPP requirements, minimize re-work, and document daily activities using photos and journals in the project management system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED