Utility Foreman - Charleston

Blythe Development Co • Mount Pleasant, NY

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About The Position

Blythe Development is a licensed general contractor specializing in site development, road construction, and golf course construction across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. The company is 100% employee-owned, has more than 900 employees, and self-performs 80% of site groundwork.

The Underground Utility Pipe Foreman supervises the field operations of a pipe crew and performs hands-on trade work as needed. This working foreman leads installation of sanitary sewer, storm drainage, water mains, and other wet utilities while coordinating heavy equipment operations, safety, quality, materials, and production. The position reports to the Superintendent.

Requirements

• Proven experience supervising underground or subsurface utility construction.
• Knowledge of sanitary sewer, storm drainage, water main, dewatering, bypass pumping, line alignment, and leak testing.
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
• Ability to multitask, resolve field issues, and lead a construction crew.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry 50+ pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead and directly supervise a pipe crew, reporting to the Superintendent.
• Install and oversee sanitary sewer, storm drainage, water mains, and other wet utility systems.
• Operate heavy equipment and supervise equipment operations on active project sites.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Manage line and grade alignment, dewatering, bypass pumping, and leak testing.
• Track labor, materials, and production and submit timely reports.
• Ensure all safety precautions, quality standards, and project requirements are met.
• Apply knowledge of local specifications, materials, and construction methods.
• Resolve field issues, coordinate multiple priorities, and maintain crew productivity.
• Adapt to changes in schedules, project locations, and shift times.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-provided cell phone.
• Truck allowance or company-provided truck.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance programs.

What This Job Offers

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