Piping Foreman

TDIndustries, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TDIndustries, Inc. is seeking an experienced Foreman Pipefitter to supervise and coordinate the assembly, installation, and repair of piping systems for commercial and industrial facilities in Texas.

You will lead craft workers, read blueprints, plan work packages, and ensure safety and quality on site. Applicants should have 5–7 years of Foreman Pipefitter experience, strong knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems, and the ability to read drawings and plans.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical training or Associate’s Degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience as a Foreman Pipefitter preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment and OSHA guidelines.
• Understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read drawings, plans and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, coordinates, inspects and performs the assembly, installation and repair of piping systems for commercial/industrial projects.
• Prepare material take-offs, design suitable systems, and create isometric and schematic sketches from blueprints and specs.
• Plan work packages, oversee schedules, staffing, and ensure optimal staffing levels.
• Coach, mentor, and supervise piping craft workers; verify staff certifications for scheduling.
• Inspect work for conformance to specs and safety standards; maintain tool inventory and material storage.
• Identify conflicts in contract documents and coordinate with disciplines as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Electrical systems knowledge

Hydraulics knowledge

Construction planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Job Summary

Supervises, coordinates, inspects and performs the assembly, installation and repair of components, subsystems and systems for the piping trade during the construction, tenant finish-out or remodel of commercial buildings and industrial facilities.

Essential Duties

• Prepare detailed material take-offs, design suitable systems, and create isometric and schematic sketches based on blueprints, specifications, submittals, and job orders for a variety of construction projects.
• Engage in comprehensive job planning for work packages, oversee construction/manufacturing schedules, manpower requirements, and ensure optimal staffing levels by leveraging expertise in equipment and tools.
• Coaches, mentors, and provides guidance to craft workers (piping trade). Schedules and coordinates activities of assigned craft workers and operation of equipment and machinery. Verifies all staff certifications when scheduling personnel on a project.
• Inspects work in progress and completed work to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Eliminates construction and job site hazards and perform required safety observations.
• Coordinates placement and storage of materials, tools and supplies to support the construction plan. Assists in maintaining assigned tool inventory.
• Verifies that delivered materials and equipment match approved submittals.
• As required, works with tools to meet construction schedules or other demands.
• Identifies conflicts or need for clarification in contract documents.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. Technical training or certifications in relevant fields are a plus.

Technical training or Associate’s Degree in Construction Management or related field is preferred.

5-7 years of experience as a Foreman Pipefitter preferred.

In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment and OSHA guidelines.

Understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems.

Ability to read drawings, plans and blueprints.

Grow Your Career with TDIndustries

Founded in 1946, TDIndustries is a premier, employee-owned Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) company delivering full-lifecycle building solutions-from design and construction to service and facilities maintenance. We power critical environments like hospitals, schools, data centers, stadiums, and commercial buildings across Texas and the Southwest.

Our Partners (employees) are the core of our success. As an employee-owned company, you have a voice, a stake, and a clear path to grow. Recognized by FORTUNE Magazine as a "100 Best Company to Work For", we invest in top training, career development, and a culture built on trust and servant leadership.

Join a growing team where your skills matter, and your future is built to last.

At TDIndustries, we believe opportunity should be built - and shared - by all. Whether you work with tools or technology, in the field or the office, we hire and grow people based on skill, potential, and integrity - never labels. We value the diverse paths that bring people to our team and welcome Partners of all backgrounds, including differences in race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, military service, and more. What matters most is how we work together to build excellence.