Pipe Foreman [Underground Wet Utilities] in El Paso, Texas at Sterling Construction Company, Inc.

Texas Sterling is hiring an Experienced Pipe Foreman to join our team in El Paso, TX.

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in heavy civil construction and knows how to keep a crew moving efficiently and safely? Texas Sterling Construction is looking for a skilled Pipe Foreman to lead a high-performing team on roadway and underground utility projects.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of daily field operations—coordinating crews, managing production, and ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. You’ll play a key role in driving jobsite performance while building a strong, accountable team culture.

If you take pride in leading from the front, solving problems in real time, and delivering results in the field, this is an opportunity to step into a leadership role where your experience truly matters.

We build more than infrastructure—we build careers.

Texas Sterling Construction, a division of Sterling Infrastructure, Inc., is a recognized leader in heavy civil construction across Texas. From major roadway projects to critical utility systems, we’re committed to delivering quality work while investing in the people who make it happen.

Join a company that values hard work, leadership, and growth—and be part of building the future of Texas.

Apply today and bring your leadership to a team that gets the job done right.

The Pipe Foreman is responsible for leading crews in the installation of underground wet utilities, including water, sanitary sewer, and storm drain systems across heavy civil and roadway projects. This role is hands-on and field-driven, requiring strong leadership, technical knowledge of pipe installation, and the ability to keep crews safe, productive, and on schedule.

The Pipe Foreman oversees daily operations on the jobsite, coordinating labor, equipment, and materials to ensure work is completed according to plans, specifications, and company standards.

1. Lead and supervise pipe crews performing installation of water, sewer, and storm drain systems
2. Read and interpret plans, profiles, grades, and specifications to guide daily work activities
3. Coordinate with superintendents, operators, and other trades to maintain workflow and meet production goals
4. Ensure proper trench safety, shoring, benching, and OSHA compliance at all times
5. Oversee line and grade, ensuring pipe is installed to spec using lasers, levels, and grade stakes
6. Plan daily work activities, including crew assignments, equipment needs, and material staging
7. Monitor production and adjust workflow to stay on schedule and within budget
8. Inspect work to ensure quality standards are met and rework is minimized
9. Identify and resolve field issues quickly, including conflicts with existing utilities or site conditions
10. Maintain accurate daily reports, timekeeping, and production tracking
11. Order and track materials, ensuring crews have what they need without delays
12. Communicate clearly with the team to maintain a safe, efficient, and accountable work environment

To perform this role successfully, candidates must be able to carry out the essential duties of a Pipe Foreman in a safe and productive manner. The qualifications below represent the experience and skills needed for the position.

1. Minimum 10 years of experience in underground wet utility installation (water, sewer, storm)
2. Minimum 5 years of experience leading crews as a Foreman or Lead
3. Strong hands-on experience installing:
4. Storm drain systems (RCP)
5. Waterlines
6. Sanitary sewer systems
7. Proven ability to read plans, shoot grade, and manage line & grade in the field
8. Solid understanding of trench safety and OSHA standards (OSHA 30 is a plus)
9. Experience working around and coordinating heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, trench boxes, etc.)
10. Ability to lead a crew, maintain production, and hold team members accountable
11. Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed to meet project schedules
12. Candidates who can bring an established crew are highly preferred

We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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