construction foreman.

job summary:
A Construction Foreman is needed for a leading Water / Wastewater Utility. The Construction Foreman is responsible to direct and participates in all phases of water and wastewater utility construction, installation, and repair. This role leads on-site crew operations, enforces rigid federal, state, and company safety protocols, and coordinates daily excavation and pipeline activities. The foreman ensures high performance and project quality while maintaining active job-site hazard controls and environmental compliance.

Candidates must hold a high school diploma or equivalent, at least four years of verifiable heavy equipment operation experience (backhoe, excavator, loader, skid steer), and two years in water/wastewater utility construction. Proven expertise managing urban digging around live utilities, setting trench boxes, placing steel plates, and working safely in confined spaces is required. A valid driver's license is required (CDL preferred), along with the ability to pass mandated OSHA safety courses, clear a background check, and meet U.S. citizenship requirements. This is a direct-hire role, and relocation is available for qualified candidates.

 
 
location: Capecod, Massachusetts
job type: Permanent
salary: $81,120 - 108,160 per year
work hours: 7am to 3pm
education: High School
 
responsibilities:
· Operate heavy machinery (excavator, backhoe, loader, skid steer) to dig trenches, set grade, backfill, and lay water and sewer mains

· Direct on-site crew members, signal equipment operators, and provide practical equipment operation and safety training

· Oversee trench safety, shoring, bracing, steel plate placement, and erosion control measures.

· Manage daily equipment pre-checks, routine maintenance servicing, and accurate digital or manual service logs

· Coordinate material distribution, staging, and site clean-up according to engineering plans and specifications

· Conduct pressure and quality testing on newly installed water and wastewater mains before final sign-off

 
qualifications:
Water / Wastewater Utility Background

 
skills:
confined spaces,Construction,heavy equipment operation,excavator,skid steer,environmental compliance,backhoe,OSHA safety,trench,utility construction,Wastewater


Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.