Plant Foreman � Water/Wastewater Treatment Construction - Jacksonville

Petticoat-Schmitt•Jacksonville, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc. , we dont just build infrastructure we build life-changing infrastructure. As a privately owned, employee-owned civil contracting firm, we perform work across public and private markets, specializing in water and wastewater treatment plants, site development, underground utilities, and roadway construction throughout the Southeast. Were seeking an experienced Plant Foreman to lead multi-discipline crews constructing water and wastewater treatment facilities across Northeast Florida . This role is responsible for coordinating daily field operations, ensuring production goals are met, and delivering high-quality, safe work while developing and mentoring crew members.

Requirements

Advanced understanding of water/wastewater treatment plant construction sequencing and methods
Strong leadership, planning, and communication skills
Working knowledge of OSHA safety regulations, Petticoat-Schmitt standards, and environmental compliance (BMPs/NPDES)
Basic IT proficiency for completing reports, timecards, and documentation via smartphone or tablet (e.g., HeavyJob or similar)
Familiarity with heavy equipment operation as it relates to assigned scope of work
Ability to stand, walk, climb, and work in and around trenches and structures
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs regularly
Ability to distinguish jobsite sounds such as equipment movement, alarms, and voices
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions
Required PPE includes hard hat, eye and ear protection, and high-visibility apparel
510 years of water/wastewater treatment plant construction experience (foreman-level experience preferred)
Demonstrated ability to lead self-perform crews safely and productively
High school diploma or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

Preferred certifications include Competent Person, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Rigging/Crane Safety, and OSHA 30

Responsibilities

Directly supervise and coordinate multiple crews, including yard piping, concrete, process piping/equipment installation, start-up, and punch-out
Plan and execute daily work based on the projects 4-week look-ahead schedule
Train, coach, and mentor crew members while maintaining accurate daily reports and timecards
Lead with safety enforce OSHA requirements and Petticoat-Schmitt safety standards
Coordinate materials, equipment, inspections, and subcontractor activities to meet production targets
Support survey layout and perform ongoing quality checks to ensure work meets plans and specifications
Adjust daily operations to reflect changing field conditions, schedules, and resource availability
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient jobsite
Interpret construction drawings, specifications, P&IDs, I&C diagrams, and electrical one-line diagrams
Perform construction math; calculate elevations, quantities, and slopes
Set up and use rotary lasers, builders levels, and total stations for layout verification
Manage yard piping systems including push-joint, MJ, TR-Flex, HDPE, RCP, CPP, and PVC
Oversee process piping and mechanical installations (DI, stainless, FRP, PVC), including pumps and process equipment
Plan safe excavations around existing utilities and oversee dewatering operations

Benefits

Competitive pay with performance-based incentives
Monthly Safety Bonus awarded when the company is recordable-incident free
Company Performance Incentive profit sharing once minimum company standards are met
PTO and Paid Holidays available
Comprehensive Health Coverage Options, including a 100% company-paid High Deductible Health Plan (employee-only coverage)
Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Accident Coverage
Up to $50,000 employer-paid life insurance
401(k) with 100% company match on the first 4%
Ongoing training, development, and leadership growth opportunities
Employee-Owned (ESOP): Every team member has a direct stake in the companys success