Skills Required

The Underground Construction Foreman will Operate required machinery needed to complete underground projects

Provide hands on supervisory and on-site assistance to underground construction technicians

The Underground Construction Foreman will monitor all aspects of the project and expedite or escalate as appropriate to achieve the cost, quality and schedule goals for the project.

Provide daily project updates to the executive team

Coordinate with Director to prepare preliminary cost estimates and route proposals including descriptions of the proposed project and a map showing the proposed route.

Coordinate work schedules to provide the proper priority to projects

Identification of underground proposed routes and obtain proper underground utility locates

Identification of right of way and permitting requirements for proposed routes.

Read and interpret construction documents, i.e.; prints and plans as well as fiber splicing diagrams

Supervise in house and contractor resources

Conduct pre-construction meetings.

Interface with customers to coordinate schedules, plans and risks.

Accurately forecast resource requirements based on completion deadlines.

Conduct and manage quality control to ensure projects are executed safely and to specifications.

Forecast, order and manage material procurement.

Obtain permits and licenses.

Develop and maintain a professional working relationship with local, county, state and federal officials as needed

Follow industry standard construction standards.

Participate in preparation and review of estimates with attention to the following : cost, materials, manpower, general conditions, schedule, insurance, etc.

Maintain all necessary underground equipment for prevention of any unnecessary mechanical break downs

Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned or as become evident

Special Requirements

High School Degree or better

Valid Driver License

At least 5 years of telecom industry experience

Proficient knowledge of operating underground machinery such as directional drills, trenchers, backhoe and locator beacons

Knowledge of construction safety standards and OSHA requirements as well as NEC, NESC codes

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and permits

Proficient in using documents, spreadsheets, and other related software

Knowledge or familiarity with Web Applications and / or GIS mapping software

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Must be willing to travel with overnight stays

Occasionally lift and carry loads of 50 lbs or more

Last updated : 2024-08-13