Underground Foreman - Wet Utilities

Position Summary

The Underground Foreman supervises, schedules, and coordinates the work of underground crews.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversees the project/work site, ensuring safety standards are followed and quality work is being performed in a timely manner
• Determines project requirements and procedures, and the required materials and workers, based on given project specifications
• Performs daily walkthroughs of project/work site to confirm availability and use of proper materials and tools; recognizes and promptly addresses issues so that work can continue on schedule
• Solves problems and coordinates activities for the job through collaboration and communication with other management or technical staff and contractors
• Conducts audits and quality assurance tests of work and safety matters
• Oversees and adheres to budgets and schedules for projects
• Schedules equipment needs to complete upcoming tasks with General or Project Superintendents
• Covers a 4 week look ahead schedule with PM/PE and Superintendents
• Conducts weekly Toolbox Talk meetings on site with crew members
• Submits daily operations logs (Rule 310, Water Truck Logs, Daily Refresher, Confined Space, and Trench Inspection Logs)
• Identifies and recommends solutions for production problems, as required
• Tracks and records daily work quantities
• Verifies and submits daily timecards from crew members
• Affords assistance with the assembly of work plans for major operations
• Schedules material through DCS Dispatch on private work
• Verifies SWPP and dust control needs are addressed in designated work areas

Required Skills And Abilities

• Throughout understanding of underground sewer pipe installation
• Ability to read and understand MAG (Maricopa Association of Governments) specifications
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze situations and identify ways to improve efficiency
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Throughout understanding of materials, methods, and tools used in projects
• Ability to read blueprints and other reports outlining specifications

Education And Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent required
• At least 5 years of related underground utility construction and installation experience required