Pipe Fitter Foreman

Company : gpac

Location : Birmingham, AL

Posted Date : 1 November 2025

Job Type : Contractor

Category : Construction

Occupation : Pipe Fitter

Job Details

Job Description
A growing civil contractor in the region is seeking an experienced Pipe Fitter Foreman to support a large-scale civil construction projects. This role is hands-on leadership: you’ll supervise crews in mass excavation, underground utility installation, storm drain, and finish grade work while ensuring the highest safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:

Lead and supervise craft workers, ensuring tasks are completed safely, on time, and to spec.
Plan daily operations, assign work, and train crew members as needed.
Monitor excavation and trenching (10+ ft depths with trench boxes) and storm drain installation.
Enforce site safety standards, conduct toolbox talks, and complete required safety reports.
Track and report progress, crew hours, and material quantities.
Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and site plans.
Maintain short-term look-ahead schedules and adjust resources as needed.
Identify hazards, correct unsafe practices, and ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
Serve as the go-to expert when technical guidance or hands-on support is needed.

Qualifications:

5-10 years of heavy civil construction experience (excavation, utilities, grading).
OSHA 30 certification required.
Strong background in storm drainage, concrete, pipe installation, and setting structures.
Prior DOT, highway, or bridge project experience preferred.
Minimum 2 years in a leadership/supervisory role.
Ability to manage crew performance, complete reports, and maintain quality standards.
Must be able to read and interpret plans, blueprints, and job documentation.

Compensation & Benefits:

Approx. $1,800+ per week DOE
Gas card + vehicle allowance
Per
Growth potential into a Superintendent role

Location:

Project based in the Mid-South region with home office support nearby.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.