Plumber General Foreman

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Plumbing General Foreman to lead self-perform plumbing work on large construction sites, including wall forms, columns, grade beams and concrete work. The role requires guiding daily site execution with a focus on safety, schedule, and budget while maintaining McCarthy's high quality standards.

Strong collaboration with project superintendents is essential. The candidate will supervise crews, plan work packages, and ensure compliance with local and

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of plumbing systems and material applications.
• Proven leadership with ability to manage field crews on large projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise foreman and crews within their area of the project.
• Plan work packages, site setup and construction schedules.
• Ensure safety compliance and adherence to codes and standards.
• Interpret plans, specs, and VDC/BIM models to guide work.
• Coordinate with project teams to meet schedule and budget.

Skills

Crew management

Plumbing systems

Leadership

English communication

Safety compliance

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

POSITION SUMMARY

McCarthy currently has an opening for a Plumbing General Foreman with experience working on large construction job sites specifically with strong background in self-perform work including wall forms, columns, grade beams and concrete work. The General Foreman is responsible for the daily execution of a specific area or portion of the project to be carried out safely, within budget, on schedule and to the company highest quality standards. The General Foreman works closely with the Project Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents to ensure timely, high quality and successful completion of project.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises foreman and their crews within their specific area or portion of the project.
• Participates in job planning for work packages, site set up and construction schedules
• Estimates worker-hour requirement to meet the needs of the construction plans.
• Exhibits a high level of safety consciousness and a clear understanding of McCarthy's safety guidelines and procedures.
• Perform testing, inspecting, and recording for all installations to ensure compliance with local and national code standards.
• Understand plans and specifications applicable to trade, including VDC/BIM models, spool sheets, and drawings.
• Promote a positive learning environment for apprentices and direct their activities.
• Understand and implement lockout/tag-out procedures for safe and secure tasks
• Schedules and coordinates activities of assigned craft workers while communicating and coordinating schedules with other trades.
• Inspects work in progress and completed work to make sure complies with project specifications
• Interpret blueprints and construction documents and plan construction activities accordingly.
• Responsible for the coding of time of labor force and the processing of invoices.
• Manage and assist skilled craft workers in performing their assigned duties under close supervision.
• Train and supervise workers on company policies, safety practices, regulations and procedures.
• Provides leadership and influences training and development of subordinates to improve their capabilities.
• Assists in the recruitment of new talent of skilled craft and trades people.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 4 years of experience managing crews on large construction jobsites.
• Minimum age of 18+
• Prior leadership experience required (2 years)
• Comprehensive knowledge of multiple plumbing systems and material applications.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience.
• $1.00 increase to base pay if licensed.
• Be able to communicate in English both verbally and written.
• Valid drive license for occasional driving of company trucks.
• Ability to problems solve, and draw conclusions.
• General knowledge of construction principles/processes required
• Proven commitment to Safety and building relationships team
• Experience managing Field Staff
• Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used on construction projects
• Previous experience on construction projects
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Proof of Identity and Employment Authorization

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.