Savannah, GA - Foreman - Natural Gas Distribution

Position Overview

A Foreman is responsible for the safe and productive layout, assembly, and installation of underground utilities and natural gas projects. This position directly supervises a crew of 2–5 employees and fulfills supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies.

• Supervise natural gas crew in safe installation and assembly of underground utilities and natural gas projects, providing hands‑on assistance.
• Prioritize and manage safety and quality expectations in the field.
• Read and interpret plans to understand layout, sequencing, and method of pipe installation.
• Maintain paperwork, including timesheets, as‑built and service cards, daily production reports, traceability documentation, and customer pay sheets.
• Train crew members in accordance with company safety policies to ensure a safe work environment that complies with OSHA/OQ standards.
• Serve as single point of contact with customers, inspectors, subcontractors, and vendors performing work in the field.
• Inspect work in progress and completed work to ensure conformance to specifications and local codes; responsible for overall quality of finished product.
• Monitor crew progress to keep project progress aligned with the construction schedule and cost estimate.
• Study project specification with the project superintendent to plan procedures for pipe installation.
• Operate assigned heavy equipment to excavate, install, and backfill utility infrastructure projects.
• Use specialized instruments such as lasers, grade rods, and transit levels to verify proper grade of pipe and structure installation.
• Pre‑survey job location and call utility companies to locate utilities.
• Conduct job‑site orientation, lead, train, and mentor all employees.
• Secure the work site at the end of each shift to ensure public safety and security of equipment and materials.
• Follow all federal, state, and company environmental policies.
• Maintain a professional attitude with owners, inspectors, the public, and company personnel.
• Supervisor may assign other duties and responsibilities.

• Efficient at operating heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of equipment operations, safety, and maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, safety, and quality standards and to effectively utilize all relevant tools and equipment.
• Ability to detect unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and the work environment.
• Ability to direct work and evaluate strengths and weaknesses of coworkers.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local codes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred:
High school diploma or GED. Any vocational training is strongly desired.

Experience

Required:

A minimum of 3 years’ experience supervising the installation of underground natural gas utilities, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:
Five (5) years of field experience as a foreman supervising the installation of underground natural gas utilities.

• Willing to work long hours, including day, night, weekend shifts as needed, and outside normal business hours.
• Ability to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to travel to project sites typically within a 4‑hour radius.
• Ability to work in outdoor environments subject to weather changes, noise, vibrations, and job hazards.

• Competitive salary packages.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits program including health, dental, disability, and life insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
• Employer matching 401(k) program.
• Paid time off and a positive work environment.
• Referral bonuses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Team Construction, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.