Insulation Lead Foreman

Tq Constructors•Cincinnati, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Insulation Lead Foreman leads field crews and oversees insulation installation, while assisting with estimating and project planning. The role ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications. Completing and submitting required project checklists is an essential job responsibility. Responsibilities include leading and training insulation crews, assigning daily work, coordinating and projecting manpower needs, and monitoring productivity. The foreman oversees insulation of piping, equipment, vessels, tanks, and ductwork, including applicable jacketing, vapor barriers, and protective finishes. The role also supports project estimates and planning, tracks labor, materials, schedules, and progress, enforces safety requirements, maintains project documentation, and supports project closeout. This is a full-time field position based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, with travel to assigned project sites. Work may involve indoor and outdoor settings, climbing, bending, standing, working at heights, and lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance or equipment when needed. Overtime and weekend work may be required depending on project needs. Competitive compensation is based on experience. Benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) with company match; paid holidays and vacation; and training and advancement opportunities, subject to plan terms and eligibility. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record review, consistent with applicable law and company policy.

Requirements

At least 5 years of hands-on industrial or commercial insulation experience.
Demonstrated crew leadership or foreman experience.
Ability to interpret construction drawings, insulation specifications, and project schedules.
Experience assisting with labor estimates, quantity takeoffs, and material planning.
Strong safety awareness, communication, organization, and documentation skills.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to assigned project sites.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
Experience with mechanical insulation systems, metal jacketing, and industrial facilities.
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel or construction estimating/project management software.

Responsibilities

Lead and train insulation crews; assign daily work, coordinate manpower, monitor productivity, project manpower needs, and maintain manpower curves.
Oversee insulation of piping, equipment, vessels, tanks, and ductwork, including applicable jacketing, vapor barriers, and protective finishes.
Read drawings, isometrics, specifications, and insulation schedules; verify materials and workmanship.
Assist Project Managers and Estimators with preparing and reviewing estimates, including field measurements, material quantity takeoffs, labor-hour estimates, material costs, and bid planning; identify scope gaps and potential change orders.
Bid and track change orders.
Track labor hours, material usage, schedules, and progress; communicate variances, delays, and potential change orders.
Enforce company, client, and applicable OSHA safety requirements; participate in job hazard analyses and inspections.
Complete, verify, and submit assigned company-defined project checklists, including project startup, daily field operations, safety, quality control, and project closeout checklists; ensure they are accurate, timely, and properly documented.
Conduct and document a weekly project review with the Project Manager covering safety, quality, labor, cost, schedule, manpower, and corrective actions.
Maintain accurate daily field reports and project records, address deficiencies, and support project closeout.