Utility Scale UG Trenching Foreman

Job Title:

Utility-Scale Trenching Foreman

Location:

Nationwide job sites

Travel Requirements: 100% travel to active project sites throughout the United States
Candidates must be willing to travel extensively and work extended schedules as required to support project demands.

Salary: $40 - $55 per hour DOE (based on local union rates)

• Lead and supervise daily trenching and underground conduit installation activities for utility-scale infrastructure projects
• Plan daily work assignments and coordinate crews, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and production activities
• Read and interpret project drawings, specifications, trench profiles, utility layouts, and construction documents
• Coordinate high-production trenching, single-pass mechanical laying, cable lay box operations, conduit installation, bedding placement, warning mesh installation, back filling, and restoration activities
• Ensure trenching operations are completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards
• Monitor daily production, manpower, equipment utilization, and project progress
• Coordinate the operation of trenchers, rock saws, cable lay box systems, excavators, loaders, and other support equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while promoting a strong safety culture
• Coordinate with Superintendents, Project Managers, survey crews, inspectors, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Identify field issues and proactively communicate solutions before they impact production
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members while building future field leaders
• Complete daily reports, production tracking, and required project documentation
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the crew
• Lead by example while living and reinforcing the R-2 Core Values every day

• Minimum 5 years of utility-scale trenching, underground utility, or heavy civil construction experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Trenching Foreman leading field crews
• Strong knowledge of high-production trenching, underground conduit installation, single-pass mechanical laying, trench safety, bedding placement, warning mesh installation, back filling, and restoration
• Experience operating or supervising Tesmec trenchers, Vermeer trenchers, rock saws, cable lay box systems, excavators, and other trenching equipment
• Ability to read and interpret project drawings, utility layouts, trench profiles, and construction specifications
• Ability to lead multiple craft personnel while maintaining productivity, quality, and safety
• Strong understanding of trenching methods, underground utility installation, equipment utilization, and quality standards
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build strong working relationships with Superintendents, Project Managers, customers, and field personnel
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, accountability, quality workmanship, and operational excellence
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work extended hours as project schedules require
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment drug screening and background check

• Builds a crew that works safely, efficiently, and takes pride in producing quality work
• Consistently delivers trenching and underground conduit installations that meet project specifications and production goals
• Successfully leads high-production single-pass mechanical laying operations that improve safety, quality, and productivity
• Develops crew members into future Foremen and Superintendents
• Earns the trust and confidence of customers, inspectors, and project leadership through reliable execution
• Plans ahead, communicates effectively, and resolves field challenges before they impact production
• Strengthens R-2 by continuously improving safety, quality, productivity, and teamwork

At R-2 Contractors, technical expertise may open the door—but leadership is defined by how you develop people, build teams, and live our Core Values.

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