Pipe Utility Crew Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

Lead the Crew. Build the Infrastructure.

JGR Development Group is seeking an experienced Utility Crew Foreman to lead underground utility crews on water, sewer, and storm drainage projects throughout North Carolina. This position is responsible for supervising daily field operations, coordinating manpower and equipment, maintaining production schedules, and ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with project plans and specifications.

The ideal candidate is a proven leader with extensive underground utility experience who can manage crews, communicate effectively with project managers and inspectors, and maintain high standards of quality, safety, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise underground utility crews installing water, sewer, and storm drainage systems.
• Read and interpret construction plans, profiles, specifications, and utility drawings.
• Coordinate daily work activities with project management, subcontractors, inspectors, and utility owners.
• Schedule and direct labor, equipment, and material deliveries.
• Ensure proper line and grade are maintained throughout installation.

• Oversee installation of:
• • Water mains
  • Sanitary sewer mains and services
  • Storm drainage systems
  • Manholes
  • Catch basins
  • Hydrants
  • Valves
  • Utility structures and appurtenances
• Conduct daily safety meetings and maintain OSHA compliance.
• Enforce trench safety requirements and jobsite safety procedures.
• Complete daily reports, production tracking, and documentation.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, and utility tie-ins.
• Troubleshoot field issues and make decisions to keep projects moving efficiently.
• Ensure work meets project specifications and quality standards.
• Train and mentor pipe layers, laborers, and equipment operators.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of underground utility construction experience.
• Minimum 2 years in a supervisory or foreman role.
• Strong experience with water, sewer, and storm drainage installation.
• Ability to read plans, profiles, cut sheets, and grades.
• Knowledge of OSHA trench safety regulations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate crews, equipment, and production schedules.
• Experience working with municipal utility projects and public infrastructure preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Pipe laser operation
• Utility testing and startup procedures
• Dewatering operations
• Traffic control coordination
• Utility tie-ins and shutdowns
• GPS grade control familiarity
• Heavy equipment operation experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to walk uneven terrain and active construction sites.
• Ability to lift 75+ pounds.
• Ability to safely access trenches and excavation areas.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Overtime opportunities
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Career advancement opportunities
• Modern equipment and growing workload
• Stable year-round work
• Opportunity to help build one of North Carolina's fastest-growing utility contractors

About JGR Development Group

JGR Development Group specializes in underground utilities, site development, grading, storm drainage, water and sewer infrastructure, and commercial construction throughout North Carolina. We are looking for leaders who take ownership of their projects, care about their crews, and are committed to delivering quality work safely and efficiently.

If you're ready to lead a crew, build critical infrastructure, and grow your career, we want to hear from you.

JGR Development Group is a leading, state‐certified utility and sitework contractor based in North Carolina. Since 2020, we’ve specialized in comprehensive water and sewer infrastructure solutions—ranging from emergency on‐call repairs to large‐scale main replacements and lateral installations—as well as grading, asphalt & concrete restoration, and stormwater management. Our projects span municipal, commercial, and residential sectors across the southeast, and beyond.

Company Description

JGR Development Group is a leading, state‐certified utility and sitework contractor based in North Carolina. Since 2020, we’ve specialized in comprehensive water and sewer infrastructure solutions—ranging from emergency on‐call repairs to large‐scale main replacements and lateral installations—as well as grading, asphalt & concrete restoration, and stormwater management. Our projects span municipal, commercial, and residential sectors across the southeast, and beyond.