Plumber Foreman

Commercial Plumbing Foreman

The Commercial Plumbing Foreman leads plumbing crews on commercial construction and renovation projects, ensuring all systems are installed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with project specifications, codes, and schedules. This role serves as the primary field leader, coordinating manpower, materials, subcontractors, and daily activities while maintaining high standards of quality, productivity, and safety across all phases of commercial plumbing installation, testing, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise commercial plumbing crews on new construction and renovation projects, providing clear direction and support throughout each phase.
• Plan daily and weekly work activities to ensure project milestones and schedules are consistently met.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and plumbing drawings to guide installation and layout decisions.
• Coordinate manpower, materials, tools, and equipment required for efficient project execution.
• Install and oversee the installation of domestic water systems, sanitary and storm drainage systems, natural gas piping, plumbing fixtures, and associated equipment.
• Manage installation of underground and above-ground piping systems, ensuring proper routing, support, and connections.
• Perform layout work and verify elevations, grades, and measurements to maintain accuracy and alignment with project plans.
• Coordinate with general contractors and other trades to prevent installation conflicts and maintain smooth project workflow.
• Conduct quality control inspections to confirm all work meets applicable codes, project requirements, and company standards.
• Order materials and verify that delivered items match approved submittals and project specifications.
• Submit RFIs and clearly communicate field issues, constraints, and changes to project management.
• Ensure plumbing systems are properly pressure tested, inspected, and commissioned prior to turnover.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, safety documentation, and production records for assigned projects.
• Conduct toolbox talks and actively enforce OSHA and company safety standards on the job site.
• Work from ladders, lifts, and scaffolding as needed to complete installations at various heights.
• Lift up to 50 pounds regularly and perform frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, and standing to complete field work.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of commercial plumbing experience.
• Preferably 2 or more years of supervisory or foreman experience leading field crews.
• Strong knowledge of IPC, OSHA regulations, and commercial plumbing installation methods.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and plumbing drawings accurately.
• Hands-on experience with cast iron, PVC, CPVC, copper, PEX, and black iron piping systems.
• Proven experience managing crews ranging from 3 to 20 plumbers on active job sites.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train, and direct team members.
• Clear and effective communication skills for coordinating with project management, general contractors, and other trades.
• Valid driver's license.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and perform frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, and standing.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Comfort working from ladders, lifts, and scaffolding.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Backflow certification (preferred).
• Medical gas certification (preferred).
• Lift and equipment operation certifications (preferred).
• Experience with construction environments, including rough-in and finish work.
• Familiarity with carpentry and framing concepts related to plumbing installations.
• Ability to work with drywall interfaces and coordinate plumbing penetrations and finishes.
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills beyond plumbing, supporting coordination with other trades.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization that combines the stability and resources of a larger enterprise with the close-knit, family-oriented feel of a smaller company. Diverse divisions and specialties create steady work and opportunities to stay busy across a variety of projects, while collaborative teams and a supportive culture encourage professional growth and long-term career development.

Work Environment

This role is based in commercial construction settings, working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. You will spend significant time on active job sites, including work from ladders, lifts, and scaffolding, and will regularly lift materials and equipment up to 50 pounds. The environment is fast-paced and hands-on, with frequent coordination among multiple trades. Dress is practical and job-site appropriate, with attire chosen to match the weather and construction conditions, and adherence to all applicable safety standards and protective equipment requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Reading, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)