Plumbing Foreperson: Lead, Plan & Deliver Projects

Northland Properties; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Vision care

Dental coverage

Group Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Northland Properties is seeking a Plumbing Foreperson to lead and supervise the plumbing crew, manage staffing, and ensure quality, safety, and efficiency on site in Canada. You will review drawings, supervise installations, coordinate inspections, and mentor apprentices while maintaining equipment, materials, and compliance with codes.

Strong leadership and 306A certification are required. The role emphasizes planning three months ahead, resolving conflicts, handling change orders, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of working experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of Federal/Provincial building codes.
• Strong leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Hire and oversee plumbing personnel.
• Maintain work standards and outline behavioural expectations to ensure crew morale, productivity, and compliance with quality standards, time requirements, budget considerations, and company policies.
• Directly supervise the plumbing team, providing technical assistance and guidance, periodic evaluation, promotions, disciplinary measures, or release if necessary.
• Plan and identify personnel and staffing needs in advance.
• Support apprenticeship and training programs.
• Review and interpret drawings, specifications, and plumbing systems.
• Inspect installations for quality, accuracy, and compliance with drawings, specifications, codes, and regulations.
• Diagnose design issues regarding plumbing systems and components in advance.
• Prepare sketches, layout drawings, and code calculations for projects.
• Coordinate municipal and consultant inspections in line with project progress.
• Resolve conflicts and scope-of-work problems promptly and follow up with conflict resolution.
• Address change orders, requests for information, and layout realignments effectively.
• Plan and coordinate work three (3) months in advance, aligning with labour and material requirements.
• Maintain necessary paperwork, including Hazard Assessments, Timesheets, Weekly Labour Reports, Daily Logs, and Safety Forms.
• Keep As-Built drawings, and Valve Tag schedules up to date.
• Manage on-site tools, equipment, and inventory accuracy.
• Ensure understanding and compliance with the company's Operational Health and Safety Manual.
• Coordinate plumbing work with other trades.
• Assist with plumbing labour when necessary, especially during staff shortages.
• Support the growth and development of company culture and professionally represent Northland Properties.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Strong leadership abilities

Education

306A certification

Job description

Northland Properties is seeking a Plumbing Foreperson to lead and supervise the plumbing crew, manage staffing, and ensure quality, safety, and efficiency on site in Canada. You will review drawings, supervise installations, coordinate inspections, and mentor apprentices while maintaining equipment, materials, and compliance with codes.

Strong leadership and 306A certification are required. The role emphasizes planning three months ahead, resolving conflicts, handling change orders, and