Pipe Foreman

Atlas Excavating, Inc. • New Palestine, IN

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About The Position

Atlas Excavating is hiring an experienced Pipe Crew Foreman to lead underground utility crews on heavy civil projects, primarily in or around Hancock and Shelby counties, Indiana. Other areas in the region may be considered. The foreman reports to the Pipe Superintendent and leads crews performing challenging underground utility work, including deep sanitary sewer, wet excavation, groundwater control, bypass pumping, and other complex utility construction.

The role requires organizing daily field work, interpreting construction plans and grades, coordinating people and resources, and addressing field problems while maintaining safety, quality, and production. The foreman must be able to serve as the Competent Person for excavation and trenching and help train and develop crew members.

Atlas Excavating is a growing heavy civil utility contractor established in 1981. The company owns its equipment, performs challenging work with its own crews, and is expanding operations throughout Northwest Indiana. Its stated culture emphasizes doing what is right, building with respect, working together, and getting home safely.

Requirements

• At least three years of foreman or crew-leadership experience in underground utility construction.
• Strong working knowledge of storm sewers, sanitary sewers, and water main installation.
• Ability to read construction plans and manage grades and elevations.
• Experience coordinating crews, equipment, materials, and daily production.
• Strong understanding of OSHA requirements and trench and excavation safety.
• Sound judgment and ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Clear communication with crews, management, inspectors, and project partners.
• Ability to serve as Competent Person for excavation and trenching.

Responsibilities

• Lead pipe crews performing heavy civil underground utility work.
• Plan and coordinate daily crew activities, equipment, materials, and production.
• Read and interpret plans, specifications, grades, and elevations.
• Direct installation of storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main systems.
• Coordinate with superintendents, operators, inspectors, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Maintain production without compromising safety, quality, or workmanship.
• Identify field problems early and help develop practical solutions.
• Serve as the Competent Person for excavation and trenching.
• Train and develop crew members.
• Build an organized, accountable crew capable of consistently executing demanding work.

Benefits

• Company truck that can be taken home, with a fuel card.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for non-union leaders.
• Company-paid life insurance for non-union leaders.
• 401(k) with a 5% company match for non-union leaders.
• Discretionary profit-sharing contribution for non-union leaders.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Support from a management team that understands field operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed