Foreman, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Building Maintenance

About Dunigan Bros., Inc
Water is one of the 3 essential needs for human life. That's why we specialize in constructing infrastructure to supply clean water and dispose of wastewater for communities throughout the Midwest.

How you get to help us do that in this role
Directly supervise and manage the day-to-day field work for the construction of underground water mains, sanitary sewers, and storm sewer systems.

What you'll do as an Open Cut Pipe Crew Foreman

• Manage project schedules, budgets and quality standards for the project.
• Coordinate daily tasks according to priorities and plans; ability to make changes when necessary due to weather, supplies, delivery and personnel.
• Ability to manage and lead while also contributing to the successful and safe completion of projects in a timely manner.
• Working with our management team to determine hiring needs, deadlines for specific tasks, as well as safety protocols.
• Recruiting, hiring, training, managing and mentoring employees and contractors.
• Maintain daily company project logs, daily reports, safety reports, morning toolbox talks, and maintenance requests.
• Coordinate materials, trucking, subcontractors, and all other daily project needs.
• Prioritize safety by ensuring that all safety rules are always followed.

About you

• Experience installing a variety of pipe types and diameters at exceptional depths. While employing various support of excavation methods and utilizing dewater systems in complicated environments.
• Competent Person with in-depth knowledge of OSHA guidelines, trench excavation safety, construction equipment and procedures including job safety analysis and daily site inspections.
• Skilled in safe trenching procedures, shoring and shielding, and soil classification to manage excavation, back filling, and compaction techniques.
• Capable of operating and inspecting heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, backhoes, and compactors.
• You must possess leadership skills for effectively delegating tasks to lower level managers, subcontractors, and construction workers.
• Safety and quality are a reflection of who you are.
• Your driver's license reflects a safe driving history.
• You've earned a High School diploma or equivalent.

Even better (but not required) if you have

• A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

What's in it for you

• Balance - While many heavy civil contractors work their teams 70-80 hours per week, we average 45-50 hours per week and very rarely work weekends
• Growth - We know it's hard to find good training in this industry. We won't expect you to "pick it up or move on." We offer unlimited training, both hands-on and online
• Financial Security
  • 401k with 8% employer contribution after 90 days of employment. No employee match required to receive the company provided 8%
  • Platinum healthcare with minimal employee costs ($25 per week for family care)
  • Bi-Annual Performance Bonus Package.
• Variety - You will not be doing repetitive work. We chase after different types of unique projects and seek to take on the most challenging ones.
• Stability - Assignment of a foreman work truck, outfitted with tools and supplies that you will need to complete daily tasks, along with a company fuel card.
• Recognition & Support - Gift cards, birthday gifts, go home early days when possible, Ariat apparel allowance.

FAQs

How much travel can I expect? The amount of travel fluctuates based on where we win the opportunity to do projects. We aim to stay within a 3 hour travel radius. When traveling, you can expect a 4-day work week. We pay for the crews lodging, per diem and a weekly dinner.

Is this seasonal or year round work? We haven't laid off in 4 years, our goal is year-round work.

Is there opportunity to grow? There's always room for growth, and that is based on what you put in, your efforts, attitude, and goals.

Can I earn overtime? Yes, and we also want you to have a personal life. You can expect to be able to earn 7-8 hours per week over 40.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workplace and creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported.

We comply with all applicable laws governing EEO and affirmative action, and we ensure that all employment decisions are made solely based on job-related qualifications and merit