Commercial Roofing Foreman

JR & Co•Kansas City, MO

1d•$38 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

As a Commercial Roofing Foreman, you’ll be the leader on the roof—guiding your crew through daily operations while setting the standard for safety, quality workmanship, and productivity. You play a critical role in keeping projects on track, crews motivated, and job sites running safely and efficiently from start to finish. At J.R. & Co., Inc., we're not just building roofs—we're building careers. Established in 1986 and proudly veteran-owned, we're an energetic, optimistic, and family-oriented construction company based in Kansas City, MO. Our services span everything from commercial roofing, sheet metal, glass, solar panel installation, rooftop maintenance, and disaster relief. With a reputation for excellence in workmanship and customer service, we’ve earned recognition from top industry manufacturers and an A+ rating from the BBB. If you're looking for a place to grow, thrive, and make a real impact while working in a safety-focused, supportive environment, J.R. & Co., Inc. is the place for you. Join our team today and help us build something great!

Requirements

OSHA 10 certification required (OSHA 30 preferred); able to obtain required equipment operation certifications
Ability to obtain security clearance for military and secured job sites
Familiar with SMACNA standards and construction best practices
Ability to read and understand shop drawings, site plans, and specifications
Strong leadership & communication skills
Solid critical thinking, problem‑solving, time management, and organizational skills
Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, hard‑working, with a willingness to learn new systems
Embodies company values: Family Culture, JR Attitude (humble & teachable), Extreme Ownership, and a growth mindset; communicates respectfully and adheres to company policies at all times
Minimum 3 years construction experience
Minimum 3-5 years roofing specific experience
Experience working with TPO, EPMD, Modified Bitumen, metal roofing, coping, and the above, listed materials
Pass initial drug test and participate in random drug test program
Willing to travel
Ability to perform elevated work (work on rooftops, heights)
Frequently lift and carry 50lbs or greater
Frequent bending, kneeling, walking
Outdoor environment in all types of weather (8+ hours per day)

Responsibilities

Coordinate with Crew Members, Superintendents, and Project Managers to manage scheduling, scope of work, and daily jobsite activities, including communicating any scope changes before execution.
Lead and support crew performance and development, ensuring productivity, accountability, and proper time tracking while resolving any timesheet discrepancies.
Document daily jobsite activity including production, quality control, and jobsite updates through accurate daily logs.
Communicate and coordinate with customers, subcontractors, and other trades to resolve issues and keep work progressing smoothly.
Manage jobsite readiness, materials, and equipment, including weather monitoring, end-of-day job protection, inventory coordination, and proper maintenance/storage of tools, vehicles, and trailers.
Enforce OSHA safety standards and jobsite compliance while maintaining a safe and professional work environment.
Maintain project schedules and production goals to ensure projects stay on time and within labor hour targets.
Participate in pre-construction meetings and job walkthroughs to ensure clear project expectations and alignment before work begins.