Pipe Foreman

Atlas Excavating, Inc. • Crown Point, IN

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About The Position

Atlas Excavating is seeking an experienced Pipe Crew Foreman to lead underground utility crews on heavy civil projects, primarily in or around Lake, Porter, Newton, and Jasper counties in Indiana, with other regional areas open for consideration. The foreman reports to the Pipe Superintendent and is responsible for organizing crews and coordinating equipment, materials, and daily production across demanding underground utility work, including deep sanitary sewer, wet excavation, groundwater control, bypass pumping, and complex utilities.

The role requires an experienced field leader who can read plans and grades, address field problems, and keep work moving safely and productively. The foreman directs installation of storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main systems; coordinates with project teams and other field partners; and maintains safety, quality, and workmanship while meeting production goals. The foreman must be able to serve as the Competent Person for excavation and trenching and help train and develop crew members.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of foreman or crew-leadership experience in underground utility construction.
• Strong working knowledge of storm sewer, sanitary sewer, 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.
• A leadership approach focused on safe, productive work and quality execution.

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 the 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 Competent Person for excavation and trenching.
• Train and develop crew members.
• Build an organized, accountable crew capable of executing demanding work consistently.

Benefits

• Company truck to take home with 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 and expects high standards.

What This Job Offers

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