Mechanical Pipe Foreman

Clark Water, LLC; Town of Charleston (NY); On-site; USD 97,424,000 - 120,347,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction Group seeks a Mechanical Foreman to oversee a mechanical crew on an active construction site. You will supervise installation, maintenance, and testing of piping systems, ensuring work meets specifications and safety standards.

The role requires coordinating tasks, reading drawings, and guiding a 3-8 person crew, with emphasis on safety and on-time performance. Expect a physically demanding environment with field-based leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and safety.
• Ability to receive and follow instructions and communicate with co-workers.
• Ability to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines.
• Ability to read drawings including pipe shop drawings, mechanical drawings, and P&ID’s.
• Good physical fitness with the ability to lift heavy objects.
• Ability to lead a crew of 3-8 employees in safe and productive execution of the work.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and conduct safe start meetings with the crew daily.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily activities of mechanical craft workers on-site.
• Plan installation sequence to avoid obstructions and conflicts.
• Select appropriate pipes, materials, and fittings per specs.
• Rig and signal loads and set equipment alignment.
• Test piping systems for leaks and ensure compliance with safety rules.

Skills

Crew leadership

Reading drawings

Safety-conscious

Project coordination

Troubleshooting

Tools

Pipe cutter

Pipe saw

Band saw

Threading machine

PPE usage

Job description

The Mechanical Foreman is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily activities of mechanical craft workers on-site. This role ensures that all mechanical installations, repairs, and maintenance tasks are completed safely, on schedule, and in compliance with project specifications, company standards, and regulatory requirements. The Mechanical Foreman acts as a leader, trainer, and quality controller for the crew.

Join us in building the future!

Pay Range: $34/hr - $42/hr

Responsibilities:

• Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and valves, according to job specifications.
• Assists foreman in planning the sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers.
• Cuts pipe using pipe cutter, pipe saw, power tools (band saw), and pipe cutting machine.
• Threads pipe using threading machine.
• Knowledge in safe operation of Victaulic roll grooving and cut groove operations
• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.
• Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded, wrapped, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.
• Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.
• Knowledge in safe and professional testing of piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
• Observes and complies with all safety and project rules and all company policies and procedures
• Has working knowledge of working around heavy machinery to include hydraulic and lattice cranes
• Ability to rig and signal loads as required
• Ability to set and align process equipment like pumps and blowers
• Conducts field layout of piping system and calculates offsets, miters, and fittings as required
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Always attentive to detail and alert to ensure safety
• Ability to receive and follow instructions and communicate with co-workers
• Ability to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines
• Ability to read drawings including but not limited to pipe shop drawings, mechanical drawings, and P&ID’s
• Excellent physical fitness with the ability to lift heavy objects
• Good communication skills
• Ability to lead a crew of 3-8 employees in safe and productive execution of the work.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and conduct safe start meetings with the crew daily
• Ability to track and document crew hours worked and phase timesheets
• Ability to track and measure production of the crew
• Ability to plan our work activities to ensure proper tools and on time delivery of materials and equipment.

Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence:

Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships

The Physical Demands of the Job:

This is a physically demanding role on an active construction site. You must be able to work safely around heavy equipment and construction traffic. You must be able to frequently lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds alone, and use team-lifting techniques for anything heavier. Long periods of continual standing or walking are required, along with the ability to bend, climb, kneel, and reach. Good balance and dexterity are crucial, as you will be working safely at various heights and in tight spaces. You'll need visual acuity to operate equipment and spot hazards, and the ability to hear with or without assistance to understand instructions in noisy environments.

Your Work Environment on the Site:

You’ll regularly work outdoors and may be exposed to the elements—be it heat, cold, rain, snow, or wind. The work environment frequently involves exposure to moving mechanical equipment, high noise levels, dust, fumes, airborne particles, vibrations, and potential electrical hazards. Your safety is our number one priority, which is why you will be required to consistently wear all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and strictly follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.

Our High-Performing Culture:

This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines.

A Drug Free Workplace:

Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests.

Clark Construction Group

Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all—power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. Learn more about Clark Construction. There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together. Learn more about careers at Clark. Find even more opportunities with the Clark Group, our collection of companies – delivering construction and asset solutions for clients across the United States. Clark Group's capabilities span the entire asset lifecycle – from project development and financing to construction and facility maintenance. Asset Solutions Altura Associates Coda Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate S2N Technology Group Building & Infrastructure Atkinson Construction Shirley Contracting Company C3M Power Systems

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug‑free workplace. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please [e-mail] call (800) 655‑1330 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Authorization to Work

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full‑time basis in order to be considered.