Plant Foreman � Water/Wastewater Treatment Construction - Tallahassee

Petticoat-Schmitt•Jacksonville, FL

2d•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 North Florida. This role is responsible for coordinating field operations, ensuring production goals are met, and delivering high-quality, safe work while developing and mentoring crew members.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Preferred certifications: Competent Person, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Rigging/Crane Safety, OSHA 30.

Responsibilities

Directly supervise multiple crews (yard piping, concrete, process piping/equipment, start-up, punch-out).
Plan and execute daily work based on the projects 4-week schedule.
Train, coach, and mentor crew members; maintain 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 per plans and specifications.
Adjust daily operations to reflect changing field conditions and resource availability.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient jobsite.
Interpret construction drawings, specifications, P&IDs, I&C diagrams, and electrical one-lines.
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 (push-joint, MJ, TR-Flex, HDPE, RCP, CPP, PVC).
Oversee process piping and mechanical installs (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 after minimum 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 our success.