Plumbing Foreman

Wright Brothers Contracting Services; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright Brothers Contracting Services is hiring a plumbing foreman to oversee plumbing operations on various projects in the Tampa area. The ideal candidate will manage field crews, ensuring compliance with codes while delivering high-quality plumbing installations.

Responsibilities include supervising daily activities, maintaining schedules, and troubleshooting issues. A minimum of 3–5 years of plumbing experience is required, along with strong knowledge of plumbing systems and regulations. A valid driver's license is also necessary.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of plumbing foreman or lead plumbing experience, preferably in commercial or multi-family construction.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, codes, and safety regulations.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of plumbing teams on assigned projects.
• Ensure plumbing work complies with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Conduct site inspections to monitor progress and adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Supervision

Plumbing systems knowledge

Code compliance

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Wright Brothers Contracting Services is seeking an experienced and motivated plumbing foreman to oversee and coordinate plumbing operations on assigned projects in the Tampa area. This role is responsible for supervising field crews, ensuring code compliance, maintaining schedules, and delivering high-quality plumbing installations while upholding safety and performance standards.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of plumbing teams on assigned projects.
• Ensure all plumbing work complies with industry standards, local codes, and safety regulations.
• Oversee the installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing systems, fixtures, and equipment.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other supervisors to allocate resources and resolve issues.
• Conduct site inspections to monitor progress, workmanship quality, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Train and mentor team members to enhance skills, productivity, and job performance.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to provide updates and address concerns.
• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work, materials used, and team performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve plumbing-related issues efficiently to minimize project delays.
• Assign plumbers and laborers to specific tasks and supervise activities including layout, fabrication, and assembly.
• Order materials and tools necessary to complete assigned work.
• Ensure compliance with project codes, practices, policies, performance standards, and specifications.
• Provide scheduled look‑aheads to the office using company‑provided apps or software.
• Complete daily logs, daily reports, or weekly look‑aheads as required, documenting site conditions (e.g., 15‑minute increments when necessary).
• Perform and comply with all duties outlined in the Supplemental Foreman Handbook.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of plumbing foreman or lead plumbing experience, preferably in commercial or multi-family construction.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, codes, and safety regulations.
• Proven ability to lead and supervise crews effectively.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable using mobile apps, software, and digital reporting tools.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with general contractors and multi‑trade environments.
• OSHA certification or safety training (preferred).
• Experience working in the Tampa / Central Florida market.