Underground Utility Foreman

Company Description E.P. Brady, LTD. is an established underground utility contractor specializing in the installation, repair, and maintenance of essential utility infrastructure. The company focuses on delivering safe, efficient, and compliant services for municipal, commercial, and residential projects. Team members work with modern equipment and industry-standard practices to support reliable water, sewer, and other underground systems. E.P. Brady, LTD. promotes a culture of safety, accountability, and collaboration on every job site. Role Description The Underground Utility Foreman is a full-time, on-site role based in Houston, TX, responsible for supervising crews performing underground utility installation and repair. Day-to-day tasks include planning and coordinating work activities, reading and interpreting plans, assigning duties, and ensuring projects meet quality, safety, and regulatory requirements. The Foreman oversees the operation of heavy equipment, monitors excavation and backfill work, and verifies proper installation of piping, structures, and related components. This role requires active field leadership, troubleshooting site issues, maintaining equipment and tools, and communicating effective with project managers, inspectors, and crew members to keep projects on schedule. Qualifications Strong supervisory skills, including crew leadership, task delegation, and performance oversight. Experience operating and coordinating work around heavy equipment commonly used in underground utility construction. Effective communication skills for interacting with team members, contractors, and project stakeholders. Carpentry and general construction skills relevant to forming, framing, and structural support for underground installations. Maintenance skills for basic upkeep of tools, equipment, and work areas to support safe, efficient operations. Prior experience in underground utilities, civil construction, or related field; foreman experience strongly preferred. Knowledge of OSHA safety standards, trenching and shoring requirements, and local utility regulations. Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and utility maps. Physical ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and perform duties that may require lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to job sites in the Houston, TX area. #J-18808-Ljbffr E.P. Brady, LTD.