Mechanical HVAC Foreman

A/Z Corporation; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HVAC solutions provider in Newburyport seeks an experienced Mechanical HVAC Foreman to oversee the installation and maintenance of HVAC and piping systems. This role demands significant field experience (10 years), team leadership, and a strong focus on safety and quality control. Candidates must possess appropriate state certifications, including OSHA 10. Join us in delivering high-quality projects with a commitment to customer satisfaction and best industry practices.

Qualifications

• 10 years of field experience in industrial construction.
• Competency in Permit Required Confined Space training.
• Strong understanding of materials and methods in construction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation and maintenance of HVAC systems.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate subcontractor work effectively.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Customer satisfaction

Documentation

Education

State certification or license

OSHA 10 certification

Tools

Pipe-threading machines

Pipe-bending machines

Job description

The Mechanical HVAC Foreman will participate and oversee the installation or maintenance and inspection of HVAC, Utility and Process piping systems including Sub-Contractors.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Regular attendance at assigned location; may include A/Z office or other project site;
• Act as a team leader in the execution of mechanical work safely and with the objective of constructing a best in class product;
• Oversee and audit site safety and quality control programs;
• Ensure all site safety work permits as defined within the Project Specific Safety Program are acknowledged and adhered to;
• Coordinate interface between project management and site operation participants in the execution of construction services;
• Oversee and coordinate any Sub-Contractors work that may be working under the Mechanical Division, ie: Sheet Metal, Building Controls, Insulator, etc.
• Confirm the design intent with architectural, engineering, and consultants in accordance with Standard Project Control requirements;
• Coordinate field trade activities in accordance with the project schedule and help with developing the three week look ahead coordination schedules with all appropriate Project Team Participants;
• Attend all trade contractor weekly coordination meetings with Project Manager and/or Project Engineer;
• Coordinate equipment and specialty material deliveries and staging requirements;
• Assist with coordination and scheduled shut-downs as required to support any associated on-site operational requirements;
• Support constructability and value management analysis with best industry practices;
• Assess trade contractor earned value status with Project Management Team for monthly requisitions;
• Maintain project as-built documentation and site coordination drawings;
• Establish work completion and punch lists in accordance with established Quality Control and Quality Assurance Programs;
• Ensure field installation compliance with all technical specifications, approved shop drawings and submittals;
• Support interface with Client Representatives on pro-active customer centric basis;
• Complete associated Superintendent project control requirements in accordance to Corporate Standard Operating Practices and Procedures;
• Support field investigation analysis for potential claim / issue resolution practices with Project Team, as required;
• Support field close-out, commissioning, and validation requirements as defined with the Project Team;
• Insure the necessary equipment and materials are always available to support the field team so as to maximize productivity;
• Supervise and participate in the installations of Heating Hot Water, Chilled Water, Steam, Condensate, Compressed Air, Process Fluids, Chemical, Fuel Oil, Gasses, and other related systems;
• Works with materials that include carbon steel, stainless steel, plastics, fiberglass, copper, (brazed, soft soldered and pro-press);
• Perform layout and develop isometric drawings for piping systems;
• Understand the constructability requirements for installing pre-fabricated piping systems including location of field fit welds, random spool lengths, installation logic, etc.;
• Measure, cut, thread or bend pipe to required angle using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines or pipe-bending machines;
• Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes or fixtures in structures using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels;
• Test pipes or fixtures for leaks using various methods;
• Assemble pipe sections, tubing or fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, soldering or brazing equipment;
• Perform proper fit-up of pipe, fittings and flanges for open root butt welding and socket welding;
• Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances or fixtures using hand or power tools;
• Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notify supervisors;
• Direct helpers or apprentices in appropriate tasks;
• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, plans or specifications to determine work details or procedures;
• Must maintain strict adherence to safety rules and quality;
• Insure proper site housekeeping is always maintained;
• Interact with co-workers in an attentive courteous manner;
• Additional duties as directed by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work independently and manage a team of pipe fitters, plumbers, welders and apprentices;
• Experience: 10 years of Field Experience;
• Knowledge of materials, methods and tools involved in industrial construction;
• Attention to detail and quality;
• Be highly focused on customer satisfaction expectations;
• Good documentation and record keeping;
• Preparation of miscellaneous paperwork including time sheets, daily reports and material requests;
• Competency in Permit Required Confined Space;
• Understanding and development of daily Job Hazard Analysis (JHA);
• Appropriate state certification or license;
• OSHA 10 certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to perform tasks in all aspects of construction sites; ability to climb ladders and crawl as needed; ability to work from aerial lifts; ability to lift and manipulate objects of up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Industrial manufacturing facilities, Power generating facilities, Chemical manufacturing, Healthcare & Institutional
• Pharmaceutical facilities including GMP - Aseptic and non-Aseptic Areas and Non GMP Areas. Commercial and offices spaces