Foreman

Climate Pros•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The Construction Foreman is a hands-on field leader who directs and supports a crew of HVAC Installation Technicians on commercial projects. The role oversees daily jobsite execution, safety, quality, productivity, material coordination, job hazard analyses, spot inspections, documentation, and crew development. The Foreman works with project management, general contractors, clients, vendors, and internal team members to complete projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with company policies and expectations. This is a working Foreman position that requires performing installation work while leading the crew. The role includes planning and coordinating field activities, tracking production and labor budgets, maintaining project records, and training and coaching crew members. Duties may change at any time, and other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of verifiable HVAC trade experience.
High level of knowledge of reading drawings and specifications, HVAC installation means and methods, IECC requirements, applicable code enforcement, and jobsite safety.
Universal EPA certification, TDLR registration, OSHA 10, First Aid, and CPR certifications are required unless otherwise approved by management.
Ability to perform HVAC installation work while leading the crew.
Strong communication, organization, planning, problem-solving, coaching, and documentation skills.
Working knowledge of HVAC components and installation methods, including RTUs, VAVs, fan-powered boxes, fan coils, split systems, hydronic systems, chillers, boilers, piping, valves, ducting, grilles, registers, diffusers, louvers, dampers, fans, fire dampers, hoods, roof curbs and caps, equipment supports and stands, condensate and gas piping, stand-alone controls, basic BAS/BMS/BACnet controls, startups and reporting, refrigerant balancing, VRF systems, heaters, air handlers, HVLS fans, exhaust systems, line sets, insulation, jacketing, thermometers and gauges, filters and filtration, transitions and offsets, snaplock, and flex.
Honest, safety-focused team player with a growth mindset and willingness to support the project and team.
Regularly able to stand and walk and lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Able to work in an environment where noise levels are usually high.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience leading or directing field crews.
OSHA 30 certification.
Lift certifications.
Additional trade licenses.
Prior commercial retail construction experience.

Responsibilities

Lead, direct, and work alongside HVAC installation crew members to complete daily work safely, efficiently, and to company quality standards.
Plan and coordinate daily activities based on project schedules, manpower needs, material availability, site conditions, and direction from project management.
Enforce company safety policies and customer site requirements, including JHAs, pre-task planning, toolbox talks, spot inspections, and corrective actions.
Perform material takeoffs, coordinate material needs, maintain jobsite inventory, and organize tools, materials, and equipment.
Read, interpret, and execute work from mechanical drawings, specifications, shop drawings, schedules, and project documents.
Lay out work in the field, verify measurements and scale, and ensure installation start and end points are accurate.
Fabricate and install sheet metal transitions, offsets, and related components as needed.
Set daily and weekly production goals, monitor progress against labor budgets, and promptly communicate schedule, cost, or manpower impacts.
Communicate professionally with crew members, project management, general contractor representatives, customers, inspectors, and other trades.
Train, coach, mentor, and hold crew members accountable for safety, workmanship, productivity, attendance, and conduct.
Prepare and submit daily progress reports, time information, inspection updates, and other required documentation to project management.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.