Drainage Foreman/ Assistant Superintendent

Thalle Construction Co., Inc. is pleased to announce a career opportunity for a Drainage Foreman/ Assistant Superintendent on the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP) Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) A-2 Reservoir in Palm Beach County, Florida. This project marks the largest contract in the Jacksonville District’s history, valued at $2.87 billion. Thalle will oversee the construction of a 17.75-mile embankment dam and associated structures. This project offers potential Project Team members a valuable opportunity to broaden their professional experience and advance their careers throughout its duration. The CEPP plays a vital role in Everglades restoration, aiming to enhance ecosystem health, improve water storage, and increase resilience to climate change.

Thalle, established in 1947, is a heavy civil construction company with a corporate office located in Hillsborough, NC and a regional office in Alvarado, Texas.  Thalle currently has active heavy civil construction projects spanning from New York to South Florida to Texas and continuing to expand our geographical footprint.  Our diverse and expansive project scope of heavy civil infrastructure projects incorporates all degrees of civil construction that includes but is not limited to; Conventional Concrete, Roller Compacted Concrete and Earthen Dams, Navigational Waterway Locks, Reservoirs, Large Diameter Underground Utilities, Treatment Facilities, Landfills, Site Work, Mass Soil & Rock Excavation, Coal Ash Closures, DOT Highway & Bridge Construction, and on demand emergency services, etc.

We are a proud representative of The Tully Group (Tully) who was established in 1921 and developed into one of the nation’s largest privately held, family-owned construction firms.  Tully’s corporate office, located in New York City, has provided an opportunity to develop and sustain a long history of heavy civil projects in the Metro New York Area and New Jersey.  Visit www.tullygroup.us for more information.

Safety is our TOP priority!  Thalle offers a competitive salary package with a full range of benefits, including Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, generous PTO, paid company holidays, Life Insurance, and 401K with a company match, and more!  Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.

Thalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer, E-Verify, and Drug Free Workplace.

Location: South Bay, FL

Job Title: Drainage Foreman/ Assistant Superintendent

Salary:  Competitive compensation package based on experience.

The Drainage Foreman/Assistant Superintendent is responsible for leading and supervising drainage and underground utility crews on heavy civil construction projects. This position requires a hands-on leader with extensive experience in grading, pipe installation, site layout, and construction operations. The successful candidate will oversee daily field activities, coordinate labor and equipment resources, ensure quality workmanship, and maintain a safe and productive work environment.

The Drainage Foreman / Assistant Superintendent will work closely with project management and site leadership to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with project plans and specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate field crews consisting of 10–20 employees.
• Plan and direct daily drainage and underground utility construction activities.
• Perform and oversee grading, excavation, trenching, and pipe installation operations.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, profiles, and utility plans.
• Utilize pipe lasers and grade control equipment to ensure proper line and grade during installation.
• Perform field layout and verification using TOPCON equipment and related survey technologies.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors to maintain project schedules.
• Ensure installation of storm drainage systems, culverts, manholes, catch basins, and related infrastructure according to project specifications.
• Monitor production, quality, and safety performance throughout all phases of construction.
• Conduct daily safety meetings, job hazard analyses, and toolbox talks.
• Identify and resolve field issues, conflicts, and constructability concerns.
• Coordinate with Superintendents, Project Managers, inspectors, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, production tracking, and project documentation.
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members to improve productivity and safety performance.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and project-specific safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in heavy civil construction, drainage installation, underground utilities, or related infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience managing and supervising crews of 10–20 employees.
• Strong hands-on experience with grading, excavation, and drainage construction.
• Extensive knowledge of pipe installation methods, utility construction practices, and earthwork operations.
• Ability to use pipe lasers and grade control equipment.
• Experience operating and utilizing TOPCON layout and positioning equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, utility profiles, and construction documents.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• OSHA 30 Certification required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistent safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.