Lead Operator​/Foreman – Environmental & Civil Construction

Lead Operator / Working Foreman – Environmental & Civil Construction

Job Title: Lead Operator / Working Foreman – Environmental & Civil Construction

Employee Type: Full‑Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Reports To: Superintendent / Project Manager

Schedule: Monday–Friday with overtime as needed

Location: Nederland, TX

About O6 Environmental: O6 Environmental is a self‑performing environmental contractor with a 20‑year track record completing complex remediation, earthwork, and civil construction projects across the U.S. We take pride in performance, safety, and the ability to self‑perform critical scopes that keep projects moving.

Summary: We need a Lead Operator / Working Foreman who can take control of field production and keep work moving. This role blends equipment operation with directing crews, coordinating with the superintendent, and pushing daily progress across earthwork, utilities, and site development. Strong GPS (Topcon) skills and the ability to read plans and set layout are essential.

• Operate heavy equipment and assist with trenching, grading, and pipe work
• Lead field crews to hit daily and weekly production goals
• Support the superintendent with planning, sequencing, and quality checks
• Perform basic layout, verify grades, and operate Topcon GPS systems confidently
• Direct laborers and operators on task assignments and hold‑point requirements
• Maintain safe operations in active excavation, piping, and remediation areas
• Conduct equipment inspections and coordinate field maintenance needs
• Communicate field issues quickly to avoid delays in decision making
• Assist with dewatering, trench safety, pipe installation, and backfill operations
• Complete daily reporting (headcounts, progress, issues)

• Strong heavy equipment operator with civil and infrastructure background
• Topcon GPS experience (building surfaces, checking grade, offsets, etc.)
• Ability to read plans, understand cut/fill, slopes, and trench requirements
• Strong leadership presence – able to take direction and also run work independently
• High awareness of job‑site safety and working around utilities, pipe, and excavation
• Ability to train less‑experienced operators and push production without compromising safety
• Comfortable working long days and adapting to shifting priorities
• Valid driver’s license

• 40‑Hour HAZWOPER (or willingness to obtain; training provided)
• OSHA 10 or 30
• Experience on large civil/environmental projects

• Outdoor work in all weather
• Ability to safely lift, climb, enter excavations, and perform physical tasks
• Must pass pre‑employment drug screen and background check

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Health & dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation
• Stable long‑term project workload and growth opportunities

O6 Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer.