Lead Commercial Plumbing Foreman — Field Crews

Vertical Mechanical Group Inc; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Vertical Mechanical Group (VMG) is a leading commercial HVAC and Plumbing contractor serving the DMV region with turnkey mechanical solutions. We are seeking a hands-on Commercial Plumbing Foreman to lead field crews on large-scale projects, coordinate daily activities, and ensure safety and quality on schedule.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of commercial plumbing experience and at least 2 years leading crews, with the ability to plan work, read drawings, and coordinate with multiple trades.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial plumbing or piping experience.
• 2+ years of experience leading crews or serving in a Foreman role.
• Strong knowledge of commercial plumbing systems and installation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret plumbing drawings, mechanical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Experience coordinating with Project Managers, Superintendents, General Contractors, and other trade partners.
• Willingness to travel to project locations throughout the DMV region.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise daily activities of plumbing crews ranging from 2–7 team members.
• Plan and sequence work activities to maintain project schedules and productivity.
• Read and interpret plumbing, mechanical, and construction drawings.
• Install and oversee installation of commercial plumbing systems including domestic water, sanitary, storm, and specialty piping systems.
• Coordinate work with other trades, project teams, and subcontractors.
• Monitor jobsite safety and ensure compliance with company safety programs and OSHA requirements.
• Conduct ongoing site inspections to identify and address safety concerns.
• Track production and labor performance to help maintain project budgets.
• Manage equipment usage and ensure proper operation and maintenance.
• Assist with project planning, design changes, RFIs, and implementation of approved scope modifications.
• Provide technical support to project management, procurement, and field teams.
• Maintain clear communication with project staff, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Commercial plumbing

Crew leadership

Reading drawings

Project coordination

Safety compliance

Hands-on field work

Travel willingness

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Journeyman/Master Plumber license

Tools

Procore

Smartsheet

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vertical Mechanical Group (VMG) is a leading commercial HVAC and Plumbing contractor serving the DMV region with turnkey mechanical solutions. We are seeking a hands-on Commercial Plumbing Foreman to lead field crews on large-scale projects, coordinate daily activities, and ensure safety and quality on schedule.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of commercial plumbing experience and at least 2 years leading crews, with the ability to plan work, read drawings, and coordinate with multiple trades.