Civil Underground Pipe Foreman

Since 1947, Crowder has built a legacy of success in the construction industry. We work throughout the Southeast on heavy construction infrastructure projects ranging from bridges, dams, water and waste water treatment facilities, power plants and other energy facilities.

Weare a general contractor who self performs civil, electrical and mechanical tradeson both traditional and more complex alternative delivery projects.

As a family-owned company, it is thespirit of not only doing the right things, but doing things the right way that is the true legacy of our founders and our people. Crowder is Building America and Proud of It ® as reflected in our Mission Statement:

We are dedicated to superior performance and committed to making a positive difference for our clients, for our communities, and in the lives of our employees.

If you are looking for a career, not just a job, with a company committed to your future, apply today.

CROWDER IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)
All Qualified Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Crowder is a Drug Free Workplace and E-Verify Employer

REQUIREMENTS: ALL Applicants must be:

• 18 years of Age
• Able to Pass a Drug Test
• Legally Eligible to Work in the US
• Additional Requirements for Craft workers:
  • Must haveown transportation to and from jobsite every work day (driver's license not required)
  • Must provide own hand tools (excluding power tools)
  • May be expected to travel where the project requires (multi-state opportunities)

Primary Function:

The Company’sfirst lineof supervision; responsible for direct hands-on work of a crew to produce units of construction which are assigned on a project by a superintendent or project manager. Ensure crew operates within Crowder’s safety standards at all times. Plan and assign work; track and account for labor hours and productivity; supervise activities of a construction crew of typically 2 or more workers.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Ensuring work is completed safely
  • SAFETY FIRST!!! Ensure work is completed safely.
  • Plan and perform all work under all OSHA Standards.
  • Examine and inspect work progress, equipment and construction sites to verify safety and ensure that specifications are met.
  • Attend weekly project safety meetings.
  • Teach subordinates OSHA safety requirements in a proactive manner.
  • Immediately address any safety issue observed or brought to your attention by anyone.
  • Responsible for the safety of the crew.
  • Complete required safety documentation (i.e. PTPs).
• Required Technical Skills
  • Experience installing various types of underground pipe including RCP, DIP, Large diameter PVC, Mechanical joint, Lock ring, & HDPE.
  • Experience with various types of shoring systems including trench boxes (single and double stacked), steel plates, and hydraulic shoring systems.
  • Experience installing precast concrete manholes and testing.
  • Be able to demonstrate operating skills on common equipment used to install underground pipe including but not limited to large excavators, track dozer, and compactors.
  • Demonstrate use of sight level, laser level, and pipe laser for calculating elevations and slope.
  • Documented OSHA training for excavated trenches.
• Planning, scheduling and coordinating the work
  • Read construction drawings and blueprints.
  • Take measurements off blueprints; figure and shoot grade/elevations for construction requirements.
  • Recommend measures to improve production methods and equipment performance to increase efficiency and safety.
  • Assist Superintendent in the planning and scheduling the work of the crew. May plan and schedule materials and equipment independently.
  • Advise Superintendent of the needs for people, materials, and equipment in carrying out assigned tasks.
  • Organize crew, materials, and equipment to achieve highest productivity and quality and lowest cost in line with the budget.
  • Record and report equipment and material use; work production and employee work hours on specified forms.
  • Continuously check the work of crew and adjust the work or plan and schedule as required.
  • Keep Superintendent advised of status of work and recommend necessary adjustments.
  • Maintain inventory of…