Traveling Waterproofing Foreman - New Orleans

Flynn Group of Companies•New Orleans, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Waterproofing Foreman is responsible for leading and coordinating day-to-day field activities related to building envelope and waterproofing systems on commercial construction projects. This role focuses on hands-on supervision, proper installation methods, quality control, and safety compliance while working closely with the Superintendent and project team. This is not a general foreman position—it requires strong knowledge of waterproofing systems, sequencing, and installation practices in high-exposure environments.

Requirements

Hands-on experience with the installation, coordination, or oversight of Waterproofing & Weather Barrier Systems.
Experience with Foundation sheet waterproofing and insulation.
Experience with Sheet-applied and fluid-applied weather barriers.
Experience with Hot rubberized asphalt (HRA), cold fluid-applied asphalt (CFA), and polyurea systems.
Experience with Water repellents and protective coatings.
Experience with Horizontal coating systems (traffic coatings, podium decks).
Experience with Roof paver systems.
Experience with Firestopping systems.
Experience with Sealants, Joints & Flashings.
Experience with Air barrier installation.
Experience with Expansion joints (including compressed foam systems).
Experience with Detail and control joint caulking.
Experience with Dynamic sealant joints (new construction and retrofit/restoration).
Experience with Masonry, concrete tilt, metal panel, glazing, sidewalk, and civil sealant joints.
Experience with Metal panel joints and insulated metal panel (IMP) sealants.
Experience with Sheet metal support flashings.
Experience with Proper lapping of metal trims for watertight systems.
Experience with Compressive expansion joints between panels and adjacent systems.
Experience with Building Envelope Components.
Experience with Adhering insulation to foundation walls with proper flashing protection.
Experience with Sealant installation at glazing and glass systems.
Experience with Waterproofing accessory components and transition details.

Nice To Haves

Experience with high-rise, hospitality, or multi-family construction projects.
Familiarity with manufacturer systems such as Tremco, Sika, Carlisle, GCP, Soprema, or similar.
Experience coordinating with façade, roofing, glazing, and structural teams.
Strong understanding of waterproofing sequencing and trade coordination.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and details.

Responsibilities

Leading and coordinating day-to-day field activities related to building envelope and waterproofing systems on commercial construction projects.
Hands-on supervision of waterproofing system installations.
Ensuring proper installation methods are followed.
Performing quality control checks.
Ensuring safety compliance on project sites.
Working closely with the Superintendent and project team.