Area Manager

Oversee all aspects of foundation construction for utility power infrastructure, including transmission towers, poles, and substations. Ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with engineering specifications, project requirements, and company standards. Lead field crews, manage resources, and coordinate with project stakeholders to deliver high-quality foundation installations on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee foundation construction activities, including drilling, excavation, rebar installation, and concrete placement
• Supervise field crews, drillers, and technicians to ensure productivity, quality, and safety standards are met
• Plan and coordinate daily operations, equipment usage, and crew assignments
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, geotechnical reports, and construction specifications
• Ensure foundations are installed to required depth, alignment, and tolerance standards
• Monitor site conditions (soil, weather, access) and adjust execution methods as needed
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors
• Track production, schedule progress, and ensure milestones are achieved
• Manage materials, equipment, logistics, and on-site resources
• Identify and resolve operational challenges, delays, or technical issues
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, inspections, and project documentation
• Enforce all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and site-specific safety plans
• Lead daily safety meetings, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and pre-task planning sessions
• Ensure proper use of PPE, safe equipment operation, and adherence to safety procedures
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and implement corrective actions
• Promote a strong safety culture and accountability across all crew members

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in foundation construction, drilling, or heavy civil/utility work
• 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
• Strong knowledge of foundation systems, drilling techniques, and construction processes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering plans, and specifications
• Valid driver's license
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Available to work outages, storms, emergencies including on-call rotation

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Talk, listen, and use hand signals to communicate
• Frequently stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle objects, operate tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration
• Occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites
• Work in loud noise environments and extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, wet, windy, and storm conditions)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, dependent care, and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and family and medical leave

About Us

Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair, and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country and continuously expand our offerings to supply customers with ideas, technology, experience, workforce, and equipment to perform any job. "Essential" sums up who we are, the work we do, and what our people mean to us. Each employee plays a critical role in ensuring infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them. Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service.