Plumbing Foremen/Forewomen

Pitt Meadows Plumbing & Mechanical Systems

$114K — $118K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years experience in the mechanical construction industry.
  • Red Seal Certification required.
  • Previous experience as a Lead Hand or Foreperson essential.
  • Formal training in construction management is a plus.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and train a medium to large crew of plumbing personnel.
  • Perform duties of a Red Seal Plumber as needed.
  • Plan and schedule tasks for plumbers and apprentices.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers to enforce safety policies.
  • Order materials well in advance for installation.
  • Ensure correct installation of shop fabrications promptly.
  • Direct sub-trade work to meet project specifications.

Benefits

  • Employer-paid Extended Health & Dental benefits package.
  • Long-term disability insurance.
  • Employee & family assistance program.
  • Group RRSP program.
  • Opportunities for continuous education and growth.
  • Positive corporate culture and respectful work environment.
Full Job Description
We are currently looking for Plumbing Foremen/Forewomen to join our team at one of our projects across the Lower Mainland. We are looking for professionals with a passion for leadership, willing to help us lead and develop the next generation of Plumbers in BC.

We offer:

  • A competitive compensation package
  • Employer-paid Extended Health & Dental benefits package
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Employee & family assistance program
  • Group RRSP program
  • Opportunities for continuous education
  • Growth opportunities
  • Amazing corporate culture
  • Respectful work environment


Specifically, the Plumbing Foremen/Forewomen will:

  • Manage, train and work alongside a medium to a large crew of Lead hands, Journeypersons and Apprentices
  • Perform the duties of a Red Seal Plumber when required
  • Plan and schedule tasks for site Red Seal Plumbers and apprentices
  • Work with Project Managers and Mechanical Superintendent to enforce the project-specific health and safety policy and QAQC program
  • Order materials and equipment to suit the site installation in advance of installation
  • Ensure that fabrications delivered from the shop are installed into their correct location ASAP to limit job site clutter
  • Direct and monitor sub-trade work to ensure the installation is in line with the project documents
  • Monitor and report on-site installation to ensure activities align with the project schedule, adjusting the team and/or tasks as required
  • Translate the drawings/specifications into a usable format for the Lead hand/RSP's
  • Perform other duties as required.


Skills & Requirements

  • Lead by example
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Be able to multitask, plan, teach and work alongside their crew
  • Team player (ability to maintain good working relationships with other personnel, including PMP employees, contractors, sub-trades, and others).
  • Must be capable of fully understanding all types of drawings
  • General understanding of all types of plumbing and mechanical systems
  • Have a strong understanding of submittal packages
  • Strong work ethic
  • Deadline-driven
  • Must be approachable
  • Detail-oriented
  • Extremely Organized
  • Proactive
  • Able to self-manage continuous learning and skill development
  • Proficient with modern technologies
  • Able to take direction
  • Able to plan days and weeks in advance
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Will have a positive attitude with the ability to lead and train
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Able to take direction from their Superintendent and respond positively to constructive criticism
  • Have a strong understanding of the plumbing code
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Fluent in English
  • Must be legally entitled to work full-time hours in Canada
  • Must have Canadian experience as a Foreman/Forewoman in the Plumbing/Mechanical industry


Education & Experience

  • A minimum of 6 years in the mechanical construction industry.
  • Formal training in construction management would be an asset.
  • Red Seal Certification is required.
  • Previous experience as a Lead Hand or Foreperson is required.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office products.


Work Conditions

  • This is a full-time position
  • Overtime as required
  • Standing on your feet 8 hours a day
  • Walking up and down stairs all day long
  • Walking through uneven ground on construction sites
  • Navigating around obstacles on construction sites, such as heavy equipment, cars, and trucks.


Who are you?

  • You value teamwork and consider yourself a true team player
  • You represent yourself and your work with passion and pride
  • You strive to do the right thing, always
  • You want a challenging yet rewarding position


Compensation: $55/h to $57/h+ 5% RRSP employer contribution + 100% Employer-paid Extended Health & Dental benefits package + Vehicle Allowance + Phone Allowance + Life Insurance + AD&D + LTD.

Application: Submit your resume, desired wage and let us know why you would like to join us.

To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.pittmeadows.net/
Check us out on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/pitt-meadows-plumbing/
See our employee reviews on Indeed https://ca.indeed.com/cmp/Pitt-Meadows-Plumbing-&-Mechanical-Systems/reviews

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