Pipe Foreman

Atlas Excavating, Inc. • Carmel, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Atlas Excavating is seeking an experienced Pipe Crew Foreman to lead underground utility crews on heavy civil projects, primarily in Hamilton, Howard, Tipton, Madison, Marion, Boone, and Hendricks counties. The foreman reports to the Pipe Superintendent and is responsible for organizing crews and coordinating field work on technically challenging projects, including deep sanitary sewer, wet excavation, groundwater control, bypass pumping, and other complex underground utilities.

The role calls for a hands-on field leader who can read plans and grades, solve jobsite problems, and keep work safe, productive, and to a high standard. Atlas Excavating is a growing heavy civil utility contractor that owns its equipment and self-performs challenging work. The company has been in business since 1981 and is expanding operations throughout Northwest Indiana.

Requirements

• At least 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.
• Pride in leading safe, productive jobs and doing the work properly.

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 while protecting safety, quality, and workmanship.
• Identify field problems early and help develop practical solutions.
• Serve as a 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: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed