Plumber Foreman

Atlantic Constructors•Virginia Beach, VA

About The Position

Atlantic Constructors is hiring a Plumbing Foreman to manage day-to-day plumbing operations on assigned commercial construction projects. The role provides guidance and direction to a crew of journeymen, mechanics, and apprentices/helpers, while maintaining job quality and customer satisfaction. The Foreman builds strong relationships with crew members, clients, customers, and vendors and directly performs skilled plumbing construction work in addition to supervisory duties. The Plumbing Foreman plans construction procedures using specifications, contract documents, BIM models, schedules, and VDC drawings. The position coordinates workers and subcontractors, directs plumbing installation and repair activities, and works with supervisory and engineering personnel, inspectors, and suppliers to resolve problems and improve construction methods. Supervisory responsibility is included.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in commercial plumbing operations, or an equivalent combination of vocational training and experience.
At least 2 years of experience as a Plumbing Foreman running crews on heavy commercial construction projects.
Extensive knowledge of and direct experience with plumbing systems installation.
Ability to manage and lead teams of 8 to 10 individuals while ensuring productivity, team cohesion, and successful project outcomes.
Ability to multitask, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, pay attention to detail, and solve problems.
Ability to adhere to company policies and procedures.
Availability and means to report to multiple job sites as assigned.
Ability to work in varying indoor and outdoor temperatures and weather, areas with moderate or high noise, dusty or fume-exposed areas, confined spaces, and high places.
Ability to use construction equipment, including heavy machinery, hand tools, and power tools.
Ability to climb, work aloft, bend, pull, reach overhead, stand and walk for long periods, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to identify all colors of color-coded cables and wires and demonstrate close and distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and focus adjustment.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years as a Plumbing Foreman in the commercial construction industry.
OSHA 30 certification.
First aid/CPR certification.
Medical Gas Certification.
Prior military experience.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

Plan construction procedures, staffing, and schedules by reviewing specifications, contract documents, BIM models, schedules, and VDC drawings.
Assemble and coordinate supervisory, clerical, engineering, and other personnel throughout a project.
Perform a wide range of skilled construction tasks as a working Plumbing Foreman.
Direct and confer with personnel and subcontractors on work procedures, specifications, and coordination of construction phases to prevent delays.
Coordinate with supervisory and engineering personnel, inspectors, and suppliers to resolve construction problems and improve methods.
Attend job site and office meetings related to assigned Plumbing Foreman tasks.
Direct the installation, modification, and repair of plumbing and related systems, equipment, and fixtures.
Lead and manage a crew of approximately 8 to 10 individuals.
Perform other duties as assigned.