Major Project Foreman - (138)

ABOUT IRONSMITH FIRE Our mission•Memphis, TN

About The Position

A Major Project Foreman at Ironsmith Fire, LLC is a front-line field leadership role responsible for leading installation work on complex, high-profile fire protection projects from field initiation through final delivery. The foreman supervises field employees and subcontract labor, works alongside the team when needed, and mentors less experienced foremen and fitters. The role is accountable for customer satisfaction and for meeting project schedules, budgets, contract obligations, and quality standards. The foreman plans and directs daily field activities, communicates project goals and timelines, coordinates with customers, other trades, vendors, inspectors, and company departments, and manages manpower, equipment, and materials. The position also involves jobsite safety, quality inspections, code and scope compliance, construction documentation, scheduling inspections, identifying scope changes, and resolving project issues. Foremen report to the Contract Superintendent and/or Operations Manager, while Major Project Foremen are authorized to take corrective measures with team members on their projects and escalate persistent issues for final resolution. Ironsmith Fire describes its core values as Workmanship, Accountability, and Results, and emphasizes combining a strong work ethic with the use of new technologies and devices to improve job performance.

Requirements

Extensive experience as a fire sprinkler fitter and project foreman.
At least 5 years of overall field experience.
Strong leadership skills, including the ability to work directly alongside the team when necessary.
Ability to read blueprints and communicate information effectively to contractors and others.
Problem-solving skills.
Basic knowledge and understanding of NFPA standards, building codes, and local ordinances.
Certification or training in relevant areas such as NFPA standards, OSHA regulations, and CPR/First Aid.
Ability to adapt to different types of projects.
Understanding of the importance of quality customer service.
Ability to manage time, adhere to schedules, prioritize, and work on multiple projects at once.
Organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills.
Clean driving record.
Willingness to travel, including overnight trips to job sites.
Ability to perform heavy physical activity, including handling average and heavy objects and regularly standing, crawling, bending, or stooping.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak Spanish.
NICET Certification.

Responsibilities

Lead by example and embody the company's core values of Workmanship, Accountability, and Results.
Supervise daily field activities for assigned major projects, including company field employees and subcontract labor crews.
Mentor and motivate team members, including less experienced foremen and fitters.
Plan and direct daily project work and submit Daily Huddle forms to align teams on objectives and safety mitigation.
Communicate project goals, expectations, and timelines clearly to field crews.
Inspect jobsites and enforce quality standards, industry practices, company policies, and uniform construction methods.
Implement and enforce jobsite safety protocols, and work with the EHS Manager/Specialist to investigate incidents and near misses and implement corrective actions.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with code enforcement officials, vendors, subcontract labor crews, city officials, and inspectors.
Coordinate with the Contract Superintendent, Operations Manager, Purchasing Department, customers' field teams, and other trades to support project execution and timely delivery of materials and equipment.
Manage project progress, schedule, budget expectations, and contract obligations; address deviations and issues proactively.
Maintain compliance with applicable building codes and project scopes of work.
Provide change-order scope sheets to the Operations Manager when project scope changes are identified.
Verify that checklists are completed and inspections are scheduled and passed.
Maintain permits, inspection reports, and other construction documents at the jobsite.
Attend jobsite meetings for assigned projects.
Optimize manpower, equipment, and materials to support productivity and efficiency.
Identify cost savings and efficiency improvements without compromising safety or quality.
Address deficiencies and non-conformities promptly and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Take corrective measures with team members on assigned projects and escalate persistent issues to the Contract Superintendent and/or Operations Manager.
Suggest improvements to Ironsmith Fire's systems when inefficiencies are observed.