Construction Foreman - Sign-on Bonus

Reports To: VP Construction
Compensation: $30.00 - $49.00 Hourly
Sign-On Bonus: $5,000

Company Profile:
Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.
With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.
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Job Summary:
As the Construction Foreman you will ultimately be responsible for leading underground utility construction crews, coordinating excavation projects, and ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and within project scope. You will manage field crews, subcontractors, equipment, and schedules while delivering quality construction services. As the Construction Foreman, your customers are project managers, utility providers, inspectors, and general contractors, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company’s success through leadership, safety compliance, and operational execution.

Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):
• Coordinate daily construction tasks according to priorities, plans, and project schedules
• Lead excavation crews to safely complete underground utility construction projects while meeting timelines and profit margins
• Delegate responsibilities to crew members and subcontractors while monitoring performance and safety
• Communicate field progress, issues, and project status updates with Project Managers and General Contractors
• Schedule material deliveries, rental equipment, and subcontractors to support project execution
• Operate heavy equipment, inspect equipment daily, and coordinate repairs as needed
• Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs

Required Qualifications:

Education, Licensing, and Certifications
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid Driver’s License required
• OSHA 10 certification required

Experience
• Minimum 5 years of underground utility construction experience
• Experience supervising crews and subcontractors on excavation and utility projects

Skills and Abilities
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, construction methods, and specifications
• Strong knowledge of OSHA guidelines, equipment operation, and construction procedures
• Strong leadership, time management, and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and coordination
• Ability to resolve field conflicts and unexpected project delays
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with crews, leadership, inspectors, and clients

Preferred Qualifications:
• CDL Driver’s License preferred
• OSHA 30 and trench/excavation competent person certification preferred
• Minimum 5 years of heavy equipment operating experience
• Basic computer skills

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing 40 to 90 lbs.
• Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb ladders for extended periods
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and flexible schedules including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed
• Maintain visual and audible awareness of crew members, vehicles, and heavy equipment for safe coordination
• Safely operate company vehicles and work around heavy equipment and machinery
• Work in confined spaces and wear required PPE including boots, glasses, hard hats, and applicable safety gear

Congruex Culture & Benefits:
Congruex’s culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.

We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:
• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more

Additional Employment Information:
We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.