Pipe Foreperson

CRH • Apac, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you an experienced underground utility leader looking to make a meaningful impact in sewer, water, storm drain, and utility infrastructure projects? As a Pipe Foreperson, you will supervise and coordinate crews in the installation, repair, and replacement of gravity sewer, force main, water main, storm drain, and associated utility systems. You will ensure quality workmanship, strict safety compliance, and efficient production. This is a hands-on leadership role where your technical expertise in underground utilities and your ability to lead crews in complex trenching and pipe installation environments directly contribute to project success.

Requirements

• Strong background in sewer, water, storm drain, and underground utility construction
• Working knowledge of trench safety, shoring systems, and OSHA excavation standards
• One to two years of foreperson or lead experience in utility construction (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Ability to read and interpret utility plans, profiles, and specifications
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Basic math skills (grades, elevations, measurements, calculations)
• Valid driver’s license required
• Must pass pre-employment background check, drug screening, and physical agility test

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• CDL is a plus

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and lead crews performing sewer, water, storm drain, and underground utility installations
• Plan, coordinate, and assign daily work activities to meet schedule and production goals
• Oversee excavation, trenching, shoring, dewatering, and backfill operations in compliance with OSHA and project specifications
• Install and inspect PVC, ductile iron, HDPE, concrete, and steel pipe systems, including manholes, inlets, hydrants, valves, and services
• Set and verify pipe line, grade, and alignment using lasers, levels, and grade rods
• Read and interpret blueprints, utility plans, profiles, specifications, and cut sheets
• Coordinate with inspectors, engineers, subcontractors, and utility locators
• Conduct daily job hazard analyses (JHAs), toolbox talks, and safety meetings
• Identify and troubleshoot installation issues such as grade conflicts, utility crossings, and weather or soil challenges
• Safely operate and oversee the operation of heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, trench boxes, compactors)
• Perform and document equipment inspections and ensure proper maintenance
• Locate, expose, and protect existing underground utilities prior to and during excavation
• Maintain accurate daily reports, time tracking, safety documentation, and installation records
• Assist with labor tasks including pipe handling, connections, testing, clean-up, and restoration
• Ensure proper traffic control, barricades, fencing, and public safety measures
• Travel between project sites as required

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus $1500
• Competitive pay: $26–28 per hour, depending on experience
• Career growth working alongside experienced utility professionals
• Champion safety, accountability, and teamwork
• Competitive pay and benefits — we value and reward excellence
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees