Utility Scale UG Trenching Foreman

Utility-Scale Trenching Foreman

Join Our Team at R-2 Contractors! R-2 Contractors is seeking an experienced and motivated Utility-Scale Trenching Foreman to lead field crews performing high-production trenching and underground conduit installation on utility-scale power, renewable energy, transmission, and substation projects throughout the United States. This field leadership role is responsible for safely planning, coordinating, and executing daily trenching operations while delivering high-quality workmanship, developing crew members, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Position:
Utility-Scale Trenching Foreman

Location:

Nationwide job sites

Travel Requirements:
This is a field-based position requiring 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)

Key Responsibilities:

• 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

Requirements:

• 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

What Success Looks Like:

• 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…