Pipe Foreman

About the role

The Pipe Foreman – Lead Regional Underground Utility Installations at Dorsey Excavating oversees the installation of large-scale water mains, sanitary sewers, and storm drainage networks. This role requires full autonomy in running structure calculations, managing field crews, and solving complex logistical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations for underground utility crews to ensure efficient water, sanitary, and storm sewer installations.
• Execute precise structure and pipe calculations independently to verify proper alignments and slopes.
• Supervise and mentor an active field crew of 3-5 professionals to uphold exceptional production and quality standards.
• Interpret complex blueprints, utility drawings, and site plans to establish accurate grades using pipe lasers.
• Cook directly with jobsite superintendents, engineers, and other trades to establish and manage your own schedules.
• Maintain total oversight of trench safety, shoring protocols, and daily hazard assessments to ensure complete OSHA compliance.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience specifically serving as an Underground Utility Pipe Foreman or utility crew lead.
• Proven capability to run standalone pipe/structure calculations and interpret complex utility drawings.
• Demonstrated experience managing, scheduling, and mentoring field crews of 3-5 employees.
• Strong knowledge of underground excavation practices, trench safety, and heavy equipment coordination.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• A High School Diploma or GED.
• Prior experience utilizing GPS, laser grading, and advanced utility locating equipment.
• Valid OSHA 10, OSHA 30, or Confined Space Competent Person certifications.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary between $82,000 - $88,000 based on experience.
• Production based incentive opportunities.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a 3% employer contribution.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) available.
• Weekly pay cycle.
• Paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Company-provided safety equipment and safety/technical certification training.
• Company-provided truck.
• Access to exclusive company events and career advancement opportunities.

About Us

Dorsey Excavating is a growing, family-owned civil and heavy construction company with 35 years of experience. We are committed to providing a tight-knit, collaborative work environment where leadership knows your name and your individual contribution directly drives our shared success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations.