Utility Foreman

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Utility Foreman to join our civil construction team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing daily field operations for underground utility construction, including water, sewer, storm drain, and dry utilities. Working closely with project managers, superintendents, and field crews, the Utility Foreman will ensure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project plans, specifications, and applicable regulations.

Why You Are Going to Love This Job

you’ll work on meaningful projects in earthwork, roads, and underground utilities, taking pride in seeing the communities you help build. At Rothrock, every day is an opportunity to grow your career, work alongside supportive teammates, and make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities for Success

• Lead & Supervise daily crew activities and coordinate subcontractor tasks to keep projects on schedule.
• Collaborate closely with Superintendent and management team to execute pipe installation plans.
• Utilize field software on tablets or mobile devices to track daily logs, production rates and project progress.
• Inspect all work for accuracy, safety compliance and adherence to project specifications.
• Work with the estimator, Project Manager, and Field Operations Manager to analyze project estimates and schedules.
• Enforce job site safety, cleanliness, and traffic control standards to protect both the crew and the public.
• Support and document change orders and extra work, providing PMs with data and evidence for quick decision‑making.

What You Bring to the Table

• Proven expertise as a Utility Foreman with preferred 5+ years of experience specific to underground utility installation or heavy civil construction.
• High proficiency in managing digital documentation efficiently to track daily progress, crew hours, referencing physical and digital blueprints, cost tracking, quantity reports, etc.
• Strong leadership and communication skills—you can manage a crew and keep production moving.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and technical specs.
• Proven track record of managing crews effectively while maintaining high morale, a safety first mindset and a deep respect for jobsite protocols.
• Experience coordinating with subcontractors, surveyors, and testing agencies.
• Strong collaboration skills—you can partner with PMs, estimators, and field leads to deliver quality, on time.

What We Bring to the Table

• Excellent benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Opportunities for growth and success.
• Family environment built on trust, respect and the desire for our team to be successful, together.

At Rothrock Civil Construction, you bring the finish—we bring the future. If you're ready to take pride in every pass you make, mentor a crew, and be a cornerstone of a company that values your craft, we’re ready to put you in the seat.

About Us

At Rothrock Civil Construction, we’re building more than roads and infrastructure—we’re building a future for our employees and our community. As a brand-new, family-owned company, we bring energy, pride, and craftsmanship to every project we take on. Specializing in earthwork, site preparation, roads, streets, and underground utilities, our work literally lays the foundation for growth and progress.

What sets us apart is our culture. At Rothrock, you’re not just a number—you’re part of a family that values safety, teamwork, and integrity. We believe in creating opportunities for our employees to grow their skills, advance their careers, and take pride in the projects they help bring to life. Every day, you’ll see the results of your work shaping communities and making a lasting impact.

If you’re looking for a place where hard work is appreciated, safety is a top priority, and every team member matters, Rothrock is the place to build your career.