Pipe Foreman

Pipe Foreman
Company:  Infracon Group of Companies

Location:

Western Canada — potential project locations may include Hope, 100 Mile House, Merritt, Dawson Creek, Kamloops, Terrace, and surrounding areas
Type:  Full-Time / Project-Based
Wage Range:  $39.00 – $45.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

About the Role
The Infracon Group of Companies is seeking experienced  Pipe Foremen  for upcoming and potential municipal infrastructure, civil construction, mining, and utility projects across Western Canada.

We are expecting awards on several municipal infrastructure projects with significant underground utility, pipe, road grading, curb and gutter, and sidewalk components. As a result, we are looking to connect with strong field leaders who can help execute this work safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

This role is best suited for a hands‑on foreman with strong experience leading underground utility and civil construction crews. The successful candidate will have a solid background in sewer and water installation, storm systems, manhole installs, trenching, shoring, roadworks, grading, and related municipal infrastructure work.

We are looking for a field leader who can coordinate crews, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and day‑to‑day work activities while maintaining a strong focus on safety, production, quality, and communication. The ideal candidate understands how to plan and execute pipe work in active construction environments and can work closely with superintendents, project managers, surveyors, operators, labourers, inspectors, and client representatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Pipe Foreman who enjoys varied project work and wants to be part of a team delivering important infrastructure projects across Western Canada.

Key Responsibilities
Pipe Crew Leadership & Supervision
Lead and coordinate daily activities for pipe crews, labourers, operators, subcontractors, and supporting field personnel
Plan, sequence, and supervise underground utility installation and related civil construction activities

Provide clear direction to crews to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project requirements
Coordinate labour, equipment, tools, materials, and subcontractors to support daily production targets
Monitor crew productivity and adjust work plans as needed to keep the project on track
Lead by example and maintain a respectful, accountable, and safety-focused work environment
Support mentoring, coaching, and development of labourers, pipe layers, and junior field staff

Underground Utilities & Pipe Installation
Supervise installation of sanitary sewer, storm sewer, watermain, culverts, drainage systems, and related underground utilities
Oversee pipe bedding, alignment, grade, slope, connections, backfill, compaction, and testing requirements
Support installation of manholes, catch basins, valves, fittings, services, hydrants, tie‑ins, and related infrastructure
Ensure pipe work is completed according to drawings, specifications, grades, and applicable standards
Coordinate work around existing utilities, live services, tie‑ins, traffic, active equipment, and changing site conditions
Identify utility conflicts, grade issues, unsuitable ground, or constructability concerns and communicate them promptly
Work closely with excavator operators and pipe crews to ensure safe and efficient trench work

Shoring, Trenching & Excavation Safety
Coordinate safe trenching, excavation, and shoring activities in accordance with project and regulatory requirements
Ensure trench boxes, shoring systems, sloping, access/egress, spoil piles, and excavation controls are used properly
Monitor trench conditions, groundwater, soil stability, and changing…