Fire Sprinkler Foreman

Summit Companies•Richmond, VA

17d

About The Position

The Fire Sprinkler Foreman installs sprinkler heads, valves, steel pipe, and CPVC pipe in newly constructed structures and renovations, with minimal supervision. The foreman coordinates and manages assigned projects with the superintendent, general contractor, employees, and other contractors, and helps ensure projects meet schedules, budgets, safety requirements, and documentation deadlines. The role also trains sprinkler fitters and apprentices and maintains company tools, equipment, materials, and vehicle in accordance with company policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
5–10 years of experience installing fire sprinkler systems.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Construction experience, basic math skills, and mechanical aptitude.
Problem-solving, customer service, decision-making, multitasking, scheduling, planning, organizing, and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to train others.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with employees and customers.
Ability to operate a computer and tablet and read electronic blueprints.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to comply with the company's Drug and Alcohol policy and background-screening requirements, which may include customer-specific requirements.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, lifting under 50 pounds, reaching, standing, and walking for extended periods; occasional lifting over 50 pounds and working at heights.
Ability to meet visual requirements, including color, near and far vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Ability to travel frequently locally and occasionally regionally and beyond the region.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in hot or cold temperatures and tolerate frequent exposure to loud noise, cramped spaces, dust, fumes, odors, hard surfaces, and electrical hazards; occasional exposure to chemicals, moving machinery, and uneven or slippery surfaces.
Consistently wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by company safety policies.

Nice To Haves

NICET Certification.
Experience with Salesforce and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Cut, fabricate, and install steel and CPVC pipe as designed for fire sprinkler systems.
Install and hang pipe, sprinkler heads, fittings, hangers, and other fire protection components according to blueprints and construction documents.
Install and trim valves for wet, dry, and pre-action fire protection systems.
Read and interpret blueprints and construction documents to ensure systems are built as designed.
Submit project closeout documents, including test papers, red-line drawings, owner training records, and signed extra-work orders.
Attend job meetings and coordinate schedules with general contractors and other contractors.
Monitor project timelines and ensure documentation is submitted on time so projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
Report scheduling delays, personnel issues, and safety concerns to the direct supervisor.
Coordinate assigned projects with the superintendent, general contractor, and employees.
Ensure the assigned crew communicates professionally with vendors and contractors.
Complete daily progress reports documenting accidents, field-condition design changes, proposed scope changes, and conflicts with existing conditions.
Ensure job materials are ordered and delivered to the site, and store them safely and orderly in the designated location.
Keep the company-provided vehicle clean and maintained according to company policies.
Keep work areas clean, safe, and orderly during work and at the end of the workday.
Clean, inspect, and service required tools according to company policies; secure and account for tools, equipment, and supplies at the job site.
Report daily to the superintendent or general contractor on progress and job-related problems.
Train sprinkler fitters and sprinkler apprentices in all aspects of their jobs.
Follow the company safety program, SDS book, hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures; participate in weekly Toolbox talks and know where project safety documentation is kept.
Perform other duties as assigned.