Foreman

Climate Pros, LLC•Matthews, 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 Foreman oversees daily jobsite execution, including safety, quality, productivity, material coordination, job hazard analyses, spot inspections, documentation, and crew development. The role 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, procedures, and expectations. This is a hands-on working position that requires performing HVAC installation work while leading the crew. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time and are not limited to those listed in the job description.

Requirements

At least 5 years of verifiable HVAC trade experience.
Universal EPA certification, TDLR registration, OSHA 10, First Aid, and CPR certifications, unless otherwise approved by management.
High level of knowledge of reading drawings and specifications, HVAC installation means and methods, IECC requirements, applicable code enforcement, and jobsite safety.
Ability to perform HVAC installation work while leading a crew.
Strong communication, organization, planning, problem-solving, coaching, and documentation skills.
Working knowledge of major 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.
Must be an honest, safety-focused team player with a growth mindset and willingness to support the project and team.
Regularly stand and walk, and lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Ability 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 assigned HVAC installation crew members to complete daily scope safely, efficiently, and to company quality standards.
Plan and coordinate daily work based on project schedules, manpower needs, material availability, site conditions, and project management direction.
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 field work, verify measurements and scale, and ensure accurate installation start and end points.
Fabricate and install sheet metal transitions, offsets, and related components as needed.
Set daily and weekly production goals, monitor progress against labor budgets, and timely communicate schedule, cost, or manpower impacts.
Communicate professionally with crew members, project management, general contractors, customers, inspectors, and other trades.
Train, coach, mentor, and hold crew members accountable for safety, workmanship, productivity, attendance, and conduct.
Prepare and submit accurate daily progress reports, time information, inspection updates, and other required documentation.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.