Major Project Foreman - (116)

ABOUT IRONSMITH FIRE Our mission•Houston, TX

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Ironsmith Fire, LLC is a privately owned, growing company that provides fire protection systems. Its core values are Workmanship, Accountability, and Results. The Major Project Foreman is a front-line field leadership role responsible for overseeing installations on the company’s complicated, high-profile projects, from field initiation through final delivery. The foreman supervises field team members, mentors less experienced foremen and fitters, and works to satisfy customers while meeting project schedules, budgets, and contract obligations. The role requires leading by example, maintaining high standards of professionalism, workmanship, quality, and safety, and coordinating with company teams, subcontractors, customers, vendors, inspectors, and officials. Foremen report to the Contract Superintendent and/or Operations Manager; Major Project Foremen are responsible for successful project execution and may take corrective measures with members of the teams they oversee. The company emphasizes traditional work ethic alongside new technologies that improve innovation and job efficiency.

Requirements

Extensive experience as a fire sprinkler fitter and project foreman.
At least 5 years of overall field experience.
Leadership experience, including willingness to work alongside the team when necessary.
Strong leadership and communication skills, including the ability to motivate teams and communicate effectively with contractors and others.
Ability to read blueprints.
Problem-solving ability.
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.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Clean driving record.
Willingness to travel, including overnight trips to job sites.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak Spanish; not required.
NICET Certification; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise field team members and subcontract labor crews on assigned major projects.
Mentor, train, motivate, and address performance issues with team members, taking persistent issues to the Contract Superintendent and/or Operations Manager.
Plan and direct daily project work, including completing Daily Huddle forms and communicating objectives, expectations, timelines, and safety measures to field crews.
Inspect jobsites and enforce quality standards, company policies, construction methods, industry standards, and best practices.
Implement and enforce safety protocols; work with the EHS Manager/Specialist to investigate incidents and near misses and implement corrective actions.
Build relationships with code enforcement officials, vendors, subcontract labor crews, city officials, inspectors, customers, and other trades.
Coordinate with the Contract Superintendent, Operations Manager, and Purchasing Department to support timely delivery of materials and equipment.
Meet project schedules, budgets, customer expectations, and contract obligations; monitor progress and address deviations or issues proactively.
Maintain compliance with applicable building codes, local ordinances, and scopes of work.
Provide change-order scope sheets to the Operations Manager for noticeable changes in project scope.
Verify checklists are complete and inspections are scheduled and passed.
Maintain permits, inspection reports, and other pertinent construction documents at the jobsite.
Attend all jobsite meetings for assigned projects.
Coordinate with customer field teams and other trades to support successful project execution.
Optimize manpower, equipment, and materials to maximize productivity and efficiency.
Identify cost savings and efficiency improvements without compromising quality or safety, and suggest improvements to company systems.
Address deficiencies and non-conformities promptly and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Use new technologies and devices that support innovation and job optimization while maintaining a strong work ethic.