Underground Pipe Foreman

Clark Construction Group•Charleston, SC

51d•Onsite

About The Position

The role as a Foreman is leading, mentoring, and monitoring installations of water/ wastewater piping and equipment, while ensuring work is performed according to Clark Construction standards and specific project specifications. A Foreman is responsible for maintaining productivity, quality control, labor cost, scheduling, safety, and acquisition of materials and any other activities that impact the success of completing a project. When necessary, the Foreman should be able to perform "hands on" installation.

Requirements

5+ years of experience installing process mechanical piping systems and equipment in water/ wastewater.
2+ years of foreman experience
Have a working knowledge of the materials and the installation of these systems within the water/ wastewater construction industry.
Solid understanding of the construction drawings, ability to understand specifications and installation methods.
Experience operating skid steer and rough terrain forklift
Able to work Monday-Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends as needed. Must be able to be flexible with work schedule.
The ability to instruct and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

Manage jobsite crew to accomplish daily tasks.
Read and understand construction drawings to install piping and mechanical systems.
Direct the install of hangers, wall supports, and floor supports to adequately support all piping systems.
Direct crews in cutting, threading, and glueing of the pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, pipe cutters and pipe threaders. It is expected that all Foreman's have detailed knowledge of standard industry practices.
Ability to do layout, install, and assemble piping and equipment per detailed drawings and specifications. This could involve pulling dimensions off key building features (walls, columns, etc.…) and maintaining proper elevations.
Perform piping system validation using pressure testing techniques, including pneumatic and hydrostatic testing procedures as necessary.
Establishes and adjusts work sequences to meet construction schedules utilizing knowledge of projects scope and assigned personnel.
Engages in problem solving with team members and other personnel on a construction site to ensure installation is coordinated and in line with customer quality expectations.
Operates and supervises the operating of equipment and machinery such as forklifts, man lifts, and power tools.
Ensure all company safety policies and procedures are held to the highest standards.
Ensure crew members start and finish work shift on time; Maintain proper meal/break times as per Employee Handbook and as legally required per labor laws and regulations.
Ability to write Daily Progress Reports and do Weekly LAH Schedules
Conduct effective performance evaluations of crew members.
Will be involved in planning daily activities and writing daily progress reports.
Will be responsible to do weekly LAH (look ahead) scheduling.
The ability to train and mentor other.