DescriptionSkills Required
- The Underground Construction Foreman will ensure all assigned projects are completed according to mutually agreed upon timeline and in accordance with company policies.
- 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.
RequirementsSpecial Requirements
- High School Degree or better
- Valid Driver License
- At least 3 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.