Remediation Foreman
Location: Fort Mill, SC
Division: Remediation Division
Reports To: Supervisor or Project Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
Summit Drilling is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Remediation Foreman to support environmental remediation, construction, and mitigation projects throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. The Remediation Foreman serves as a working leader responsible for directing field crews, coordinating daily site activities, maintaining project safety and quality standards, and ensuring successful execution of remediation and civil construction projects.
The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of leadership experience within the environmental, civil, industrial, or heavy construction industries and possess a strong understanding of excavation, utility installation, remediation systems, and field operations. This position requires a hands-on leader who can effectively manage personnel, equipment, subcontractors, and project documentation while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise field crews of up to six (6) personnel on remediation and construction projects.
- Coordinate and execute daily field operations in accordance with project plans, specifications, engineered drawings, and health and safety requirements.
- Read, interpret, and implement blueprints, construction plans, technical specifications, and engineered drawings.
- Install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair environmental remediation and mitigation systems, including:
- Air sparge systems
- Biosparge systems
- Groundwater recovery and treatment systems
- Soil vapor extraction (SVE) systems
- Vapor intrusion mitigation systems
- Monitoring and recovery wells
- Oversee excavation activities, vault installations, utility installations, shoring and sheeting operations, tank removals, and related construction activities.
- Operate and direct the operation of construction equipment including skid steers, excavators, air compressors, pumps, generators, and support equipment.
- Coordinate site logistics, material deliveries, equipment mobilization, and subcontractor activities.
- Conduct daily safety meetings, inspections, and field documentation.
- Ensure compliance with company safety programs, client requirements, and applicable environmental regulations.
- Monitor project productivity, quality, and schedule performance.
- Communicate effectively with Project Managers, Supervisors, clients, regulators, and subcontractors.
- Complete field reports, equipment logs, inspection records, and project documentation accurately and timely.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3–5 years of experience in a leadership role within environmental remediation, civil construction, industrial construction, utility construction, or a related field.
- Experience leading and directing field personnel and subcontractors.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and engineered drawings.
- Experience operating construction equipment and managing excavation activities.
- Strong understanding of construction safety practices and hazard recognition.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to travel as required for project assignments.
Preferred
- Experience installing, operating, or maintaining environmental remediation systems.
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
- Confined Space Entry and Competent Person training.
- Experience with groundwater treatment systems, vapor mitigation systems, and environmental monitoring equipment.
- CDL or equipment operation certifications.
Summit Overview
Summit Drilling combines family-owned values with private equity resources to invest in top-tier equipment and veteran leadership development. Led by veterans who prioritize innovation such as cutting-edge technology, Summit fosters a people-first culture focused on success and guided by industry-leading safety standards.
As a leader in Environmental Drilling and Remediation services we are committed to excellence, innovation, and growth. With operations across the East Coast, we prioritize exceptional service and a supportive work environment.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
This position requires regular field work on active construction and remediation sites. Employees must be capable of performing the physical demands associated with environmental and construction operations.
Physical requirements include:
- Frequently standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing throughout the workday.
- Lifting and carrying materials, tools, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds when mechanical assistance is unavailable.
- Entering and exiting construction equipment and work areas repeatedly throughout the day.
- Working in confined spaces, excavations, trenches, vaults, and elevated work areas when required.
- Operating hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment safely and effectively.
- Maintaining visual and auditory awareness necessary to identify hazards and communicate with team members.
Environmental conditions may include:
- Exposure to construction and remediation site conditions.
- Controlled exposure to heavy equipment, moving machinery, chemicals, fuels, dust, vapors, fumes, and elevated noise levels.
- Work in varying weather conditions including heat, cold, humidity, rain, and direct sunlight.
- Travel and overnight stays as required by project demands.
Employees are required to follow all company safety procedures and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility apparel, hearing protection, respiratory protection when required, and steel-toed boots.
Why Join Summit?
- Opportunity to work on challenging environmental remediation and construction projects.
- Career growth within a rapidly expanding remediation division.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Professional development and technical training opportunities.
- Safety-focused culture committed to employee success and operational excellence.
Summit Drilling is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
