Pipe Foreman (Heavy Civil / Water & Wastewater)

Pipe Foreman (Heavy Civil / Water & Wastewater) Cookeville, TN 38503 Full-time Full-time The Role We are looking for a gritty, hands-on Underground Pipe Foreman who knows how to move dirt, lay pipe, and lead a heavy civil construction crew safely. You will be the boots-on-the-ground leader responsible for deep trench excavations, shooting grade, and installing critical water and wastewater infrastructure. What You'll Do Run the

Crew:

Direct daily pipe-laying and trenching operations, keeping your crew productive, organized, and on schedule. Lay the

Pipe:

Lead the installation, repair, and leak-testing of underground utilities, including storm sewers, sanitary sewers, and water mains.

Line & Grade:

Set up and operate pipe lasers, transits, and levels to ensure precise alignment and exact grade on every stick of pipe.

Equipment Coordination:

Direct heavy equipment operators (excavators, loaders) using proper hand signals to safely manage trenching, bedding, and backfill operations.

Trench Safety:

Strictly enforce OSHA excavation standards. Oversee shoring, trench boxes, and daily site inspections to keep your crew safe in the dirt.

Field Reporting:

Track production quantities, material needs, and equipment conditions, turning in accurate daily field reports.

What You Need Experience:

5+ years of heavy civil construction experience, with a primary focus on deep underground utilities and pipe laying.

Leadership:

Proven track record running an underground crew as a Foreman or Lead Pipelayer.

Technical Skills:

Ability to read civil blueprints, shoot grade, and operate pipe lasers. OSHA Competent Person training for Trenching/Excavation is a major plus.

Physical Capability:

This is physical work. You must be able to lift up to 80 lbs, climb in and out of deep trenches, and work in all weather conditions.

Mobility:

Valid driver's license and the ability to travel to active project sites across Tennessee.

Location:

Cookeville, Tennessee (Travel to active project sites required)

Employment Type:

Full-Time Compensation & Benefits Competitive Base Salary (Depending on Experience) Company Truck & Fuel Card Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Critical Illness, Accident, and Voluntary Life Insurance Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We maintain a Drug-Free Workplace and are a participating E-Verify employer.

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person