Tunnel Foreman (Trenchless Division)
Atlanta, Georgia
Who We Are
Ruby-Collins is an industry-leading, employee-owned general contractor headquartered in Atlanta, GA. For more than 70 years, we’ve been a trusted builder in the water and wastewater space, completing over $3 billion in work for communities across the country.
Consistently named one of the Southeast’s best places to work and a top contractor, our culture is grounded in safety and respect—every person home safe, every day. We value our people as our greatest strength and invest in clear paths for growth, learning, and advancement.
We also show up as neighbors. Beyond the work itself, our teams stay connected to the communities we serve, contributing time, expertise, and steady partnership where it matters most.
Benefits/What We Offer
- Competitive Compensation Package
- 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental, & Vision for the Entire Family
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
- 401(k) + Company Match
- Company-Issued Work Truck & Fuel Card
- 100% Company-Paid Certifications/Renewals
- Safety-First & Family-Oriented Work Culture
- 100% Company-Paid STD, LTD, & Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development & Education Opportunities
Job Overview
The Tunnel Foreman (Trenchless Division) will serve as a key on-site leader responsible for the successful execution of specialized trenchless infrastructure projects, such as tunnel installations, vertical shaft construction, and pipeline rehabilitation.
This role involves direct supervision over a crew, maintaining high standards of safety/quality control, and ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Execution & Quality Control
- Oversee and direct daily operations, including deep shaft excavation/installation, drill and shoot tunnels up to 12ft in diameter, TBM (tunnel boring machine) tunnels up to 7ft in diameter, and execute specialized pipeline rehabilitation (e.g., spiral wound PVC lining).
- Read, understand, and accurately implement technical plans, boring profiles, and specifications for various trenchless applications (pressure and gravity pipelines).
- Conduct regular inspection/verification checks to ensure all completed work meets necessary project requirements and tolerances.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve on-site issues/potential problems related to ground conditions or equipment.
Crew & Safety Leadership
- Supervise/lead a crew, ensuring crew members are properly trained, held accountable, and provided opportunities to develop/grow in specialized trenchless methods.
- Ensure all crew members/subcontractors adhere to OSHA and site-specific safety standards
- Oversee the proper use and maintenance of specialized trenchless equipment (tunnel boring machines, jacking systems, lining equipment, etc.).
Project Coordination & Reporting
- Effectively coordinate with the Superintendent to schedule/allocate resources and ensure tasks are completed on time and within budget.
- Ensure the timely delivery, proper handling, and secure storage of all necessary materials and equipment.
- Maintain accurate/timely crew member time sheets and daily logs/reports of operational progress and equipment utilization.
- Accurately track progress and document any issues or changes, including but not limited to footages installed/excavated, ground conditions, and deviations in grade/alignment.
Qualifications/What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in specialized trenchless construction, such as tunneling, deep shaft construction, and specialized lining rehabilitation.
- Proven success in on-site leadership and crew supervision within a trenchless and/or utility construction environment.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical plans, boring profiles, geotechnical reports, and project specifications.
- Proficiency in operating specialized trenchless equipment, including jack leg drills, tunnel boring machines (TBM), explosives, and lining equipment.
- Knowledge of underground sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and gravity/pressure pipeline system principles, techniques, and materials is a plus but not required.
- Strong commitment to safety and quality.
- Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening/physical.
- Valid driver’s license & clean driving record (MVR).
- Ability to work out of town as required by project schedules.
- OSHA 30 or other safety trainings/certifications preferred but not required.
- Authorized to work in the US.