Plumbing Foreman - Med Gas

Gilder Search Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Company Vehicle

Medical Insurance

401(k) Match

PTO & Holidays

Career Growth

Training & Certification

Job summary

Gilder Search Group in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an experienced Plumbing Foreman with Medical Gas experience to lead commercial and healthcare construction projects. You will supervise field crews, coordinate installation activities, and ensure compliance with codes and project specs for medical gas systems.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in commercial plumbing, 2+ years leading crews, and familiarity with medical gas piping, hospital construction, and BIM layouts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial plumbing experience.
• 2+ years of experience leading crews as a Foreman or Lead Plumber.
• Experience installing and supervising medical gas systems.
• Strong understanding of healthcare construction requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with local plumbing codes and industry standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise plumbing crews on commercial and healthcare construction projects.
• Coordinate daily work activities to meet project schedules and productivity goals.
• Install, oversee, and inspect medical gas systems including oxygen, vacuum, nitrous oxide, medical air, and specialty gas systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, shop drawings, and BIM layouts.
• Plan manpower, material needs, equipment requirements, and workflow sequencing.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety regulations and company safety policies.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and inspectors.
• Conduct quality control inspections and verify installations meet project requirements.
• Assist with project scheduling, manpower planning, and progress reporting.
• Train, mentor, and develop plumbers and apprentices.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain daily field documentation.

Skills

Medical Gas Install

Copper Brazing

Healthcare Construction

Commercial Plumbing

Crew Leadership

Blueprint Reading

Quality Control

Scheduling

Jobsite Safety

Material Management

Job description

Plumbing Foreman - Medical Gas - $40-$50

Location: Phoenix, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Plumbing Foreman with Medical Gas experience to lead commercial and healthcare construction projects throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area. This role is responsible for supervising field crews, coordinating installation activities, maintaining production schedules, ensuring quality workmanship, and overseeing the installation of medical gas systems in compliance with applicable codes and project specifications.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with commercial plumbing systems, hospital and healthcare construction, medical gas piping, and crew leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise plumbing crews on commercial and healthcare construction projects.
• Coordinate daily work activities to meet project schedules and productivity goals.
• Install, oversee, and inspect medical gas systems including oxygen, vacuum, nitrous oxide, medical air, and specialty gas systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, shop drawings, and BIM layouts.
• Plan manpower, material needs, equipment requirements, and workflow sequencing.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety regulations and company safety policies.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and inspectors.
• Conduct quality control inspections and verify installations meet project requirements.
• Assist with project scheduling, manpower planning, and progress reporting.
• Train, mentor, and develop plumbers and apprentices.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain daily field documentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial plumbing experience.
• 2+ years of experience leading crews as a Foreman or Lead Plumber.
• Experience installing and supervising medical gas systems.
• Strong understanding of healthcare construction requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with local plumbing codes and industry standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced construction environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman Plumbing License.
• Medical Gas Certification.
• NFPA 99 knowledge and experience.
• Healthcare, hospital, laboratory, or surgical facility construction experience.
• Experience with large-scale commercial construction projects.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

Required Skills

• Medical Gas Installation
• Copper Brazing
• Healthcare Construction
• Commercial Plumbing
• Crew Leadership
• Blueprint Reading
• Quality Control
• Scheduling & Coordination
• Jobsite Safety
• Material Management

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Vehicle Allowance or Company Vehicle
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Ongoing Training and Certification Support

Ideal Backgrounds

Candidates may currently hold titles such as:

• Plumbing Foreman
• Lead Plumber
• Journeyman Plumber
• Medical Gas Installer
• Healthcare Plumbing Foreman
• Commercial Plumbing Foreman
• Superintendent (Plumbing)

Experience with hospital projects, surgery centers, medical office buildings, laboratories, or healthcare facilities is highly preferred.

Why Join Us

You'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, lead talented crews, and continue building a career in an environment that values strong field leadership, safety, quality, and professional growth.

If you're ready to take pride in the work you build and the people you lead, we'd like to hear from you.