Roofing Foreman

Delta Metals•Savannah, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Delta Metals, Inc. is seeking a Roofing Foreman to oversee commercial roofing work. The foreman plans, schedules, supervises, and inspects roofing crews performing roof removal, installation, repair, and maintenance on low-slope and steep-slope systems. The role reviews project plans and blueprints, estimates labor and material needs, assigns work, coordinates manpower, monitors supplies and equipment, and checks that work meets specifications and safety requirements. The foreman also communicates with customers and office staff, maintains project records and reports, trains crews, and handles leak calls, re-roofs, and new roofing projects. Work locations vary depending on the job site. The listed job location is 218 East Lathrop Avenue, Savannah, Georgia 31415. Starting pay is $25 per hour, depending on experience, skill level, and position applied for. Delta Metals offers medical, dental, vision, life, long- and short-term disability, accident, cancer, and critical illness plans, an HSA, 401(k), vacation and sick time, and six paid company holidays.

Requirements

High school or vocational school graduation.
At least five years of commercial roofing experience as a journeyman roofer, including flat and steep-slope roofing.
At least five years of supervisory experience.
Ability to investigate and repair leaks on different roofing types, including BUR, metal, tile, single-ply, and shingle.
Strong communication skills for conveying information to customers and office staff.
Ability to keep paperwork organized and provide accurate, timely information.
Ability to lift more than 50 pounds regularly and repeatedly bend, climb, kneel, walk, turn, stoop, reach for and carry materials, step over and around obstacles, and climb ladders and scaffolding.
Ability to work in heat and cold.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to work well in a team environment, be reliable, and work under pressure.
Comfort with heights and ability to position and climb a 40-foot extension ladder to access roofs for inspections and surveys.
Ability to complete assigned tasks through to completion with strong attention to detail.
Ability to represent the company professionally and promote the organization positively and productively as an example to others.
Ability to hear well enough to understand oral directions.
Thorough knowledge and skill in standard roofing trade methods, materials, tools, and practices.
Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions in the construction trades.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and other personnel.
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and specifications.
Ability to use a phone and tablet to enter data, including timecard information and emails.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish-language ability.

Responsibilities

Review project plans and blueprints; estimate time, materials, equipment, and supplies; develop work schedules and crew assignments; inspect work areas; evaluate staff performance; complete time sheets, accident reports, and work orders; monitor inventory and request supplies and equipment; and ensure work areas are maintained.
Plan, organize, schedule, supervise, and inspect skilled roofers and trades helpers installing, repairing, and maintaining roofing systems.
Schedule work, assign duties, and coordinate required manpower with administrative personnel.
Inspect re-roofing and related roofing work while in progress and upon completion to ensure conformance with specifications.
Evaluate roofing requirements and determine material needs for projects.
Prepare progress reports describing repairs, materials used, and costs of completed assignments.
Remove all types of roof systems.
Install low-slope and steep-slope roofing systems, including metal, TPO, BUR, modified bitumen, and EPDM.
Perform work in accordance with job specifications and safety guidelines.
Maintain professional interactions and good working relationships with customers.
Conduct crew training meetings.
Understand warranties and warranty work.
Complete leak calls, re-roofs, and new roofing jobs.
Measure and draw needed roof repairs and estimate the time required to complete the work.
Manage roofing crews of varying sizes, workflow, and materials and equipment needs.
Use a phone and tablet to enter information such as timecard data and emails.