Fire Sprinkler Construction Foreman
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Houston
Job Description Field Leadership and Crew Management • Direct and supervise sprinkler fitters, apprentices, helpers, and other assigned field personnel., • Establish daily work assignments and clearly communicate production expectations to the crew., • Plan manpower requirements based on upcoming work and project schedule., • Monitor employee productivity and workmanship., • Hold crew members accountable for safety, attendance, productivity, quality, and company expectations., • Train and mentor apprentices and developing field personnel., • Promote teamwork, professionalism, and accountability on the jobsite., • Identify employee performance issues and communicate concerns to the Project Manager or appropriate supervisor. Planning and Production • Develop and execute daily and weekly work plans., • Understand project schedules, milestones, sequencing, and required completion dates., • Monitor labor hours and production against project budgets and expectations., • Identify potential labor overruns and notify the Project Manager before significant overruns occur., • Plan material, equipment, lift, and tool requirements in advance., • Minimize downtime caused by inadequate planning, missing materials, incomplete predecessor work, or coordination problems. • Coordinate work to support testing, inspections, ceiling closures, and project turnover. Fire Protection Installation • Supervise and participate in the installation of fire sprinkler and related fire protection systems., • Read and interpret approved fire sprinkler shop drawings and coordinate with architectural and trade drawings., • Lay out mains, branch lines, drops, arm overs, risers, standpipes, drains, fire department connections, and related components. • Verify pipe elevations, sprinkler locations, hanger locations, and system routing., • Supervise installation of threaded, grooved, welded, CPVC, and other approved piping systems as applicable., • Ensure proper installation of sprinklers, valves, backflow preventers, risers, standpipes, hangers, seismic bracing, FDCs, drains, and related equipment., • Ensure installation complies with approved drawings, specifications, applicable codes, manufacturer requirements, and company standards. Plan Review and Field Coordination • Maintain a current set of approved fire sprinkler shop drawings in the field., • Identify discrepancies between field conditions and approved drawings., • Recognize conditions requiring clarification, redesign, or an RFI., • Do not make unauthorized design changes when engineering or design approval is required., • Coordinate fire protection piping with ductwork, electrical systems, plumbing, structural components, ceilings, equipment, and other building systems., • Participate in coordination meetings when required., • Maintain accurate field dimensions and provide sketches or information required for fabrication and design revisions. Material and Equipment Management • Review material requirements before scheduled installation., • Prepare material lists and field takeoffs as required., • Coordinate material needs with the Project Manager, purchasing department, fabrication shop, or designated company personnel., • Verify material deliveries for quantity, condition, and accuracy., • Maintain reasonable control over company materials and minimize waste., • Maintain accountability for company tools, equipment, lifts, and rental equipment assigned to the project. Quality Control • Ensure installations meet company workmanship standards., • Verify work against approved drawings before ceilings or walls are closed., • Inspect sprinkler locations, pipe routing, elevations, hanger spacing, bracing, valves, drains, and other system components., • Identify and correct deficiencies before requesting inspection., • Minimize leaks, punch-list items, rework, and callbacks., • Perform or supervise hydrostatic testing, flushing, and system testing as required., • Prepare systems for inspections by the General Contractor, owner, engineer, fire marshal, or other Authority Having Jurisdiction. • Maintain accurate as-built documentation throughout construction. Safety Responsibilities • Maintain a safe work environment for all assigned personnel., • Enforce company safety policies and applicable OSHA requirements., • Conduct required pre-task plans, Job Hazard Analyses, Job Safety Analyses, or similar safety documentation., • Conduct toolbox talks and safety meetings as required., • Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment and fall protection., • Ensure ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, power tools, threading machines, and other equipment are used properly., • Identify unsafe conditions and take immediate corrective action when necessary., • Exercise stop-work authority when an imminent safety hazard exists., • Immediately report injuries, property damage, near misses, or significant safety incidents according to company procedures. Testing, Inspection, and Turnover • Coordinate testing and inspection activities with the Project Manager and General Contractor., • Ensure systems are complete and internally reviewed before requesting an inspection., • Supervise hydrostatic tests and other required system tests., • Coordinate flushing and system startup procedures., • Maintain documentation of testing and inspection results., • Complete punch-list work promptly and assist with final system turnover and project closeout. Documentation and Reporting • Complete accurate daily reports and document manpower and labor hours., • Record work performed and areas completed., • Document delays, disruptions, access restrictions, and conditions affecting productivity., • Document significant coordination conflicts and changed conditions., • Complete time-and-material tickets accurately and obtain required signatures., • Maintain accurate redlines and as-built information., • Submit documentation to the Project Manager according to company procedures. Change Management • Recognize work that may be outside the original subcontract scope., • Notify the Project Manager before performing significant additional or changed work whenever possible., • Do not authorize substantial extra work without appropriate approval., • Track labor, material, equipment, and other costs associated with changed work., • Maintain supporting documentation, including photographs and T&M tickets. Communication and Coordination • Serve as the primary field representative for the fire protection contractor on assigned projects., • Maintain regular communication with the Project Manager., • Communicate manpower requirements, material needs, schedule concerns, coordination conflicts, safety issues, and potential cost impacts promptly. • Coordinate professionally with the General Contractor's Superintendent and other subcontractors., • Escalate issues that cannot be resolved at the field level., • Protect the company's contractual and financial interests by accurately documenting conditions affecting the work. Minimum Qualifications • Previous experience installing commercial fire sprinkler systems., • Previous leadership experience as a Foreman, Lead Fitter, or comparable field position preferred., • Demonstrated ability to independently read and understand fire sprinkler shop drawings., • Working knowledge of applicable NFPA standards, particularly NFPA 13., • Knowledge of construction safety practices and OSHA requirements., • Ability to supervise and develop field personnel., • Ability to plan work several days or weeks in advance and accurately document project conditions., • Valid driver's license when required for the position., • Applicable state licenses, registrations, certifications, or endorsements must be maintained where required by jurisdiction. Preferred Qualifications • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification., • Aerial lift certification., • First Aid/CPR certification., • Manufacturer training for specialty fire protection systems., • Experience with fire pumps, standpipes, seismic bracing, and specialty suppression systems., • Experience managing multiple crews or large commercial projects., • Familiarity with electronic construction drawings, tablets, and construction management software. Physical Requirements · Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; climb ladders and stairs; work from aerial lifts and elevated platforms; bend, kneel, reach, and work overhead; handle pipe, fittings, tools, and construction materials; and work in typical indoor and outdoor construction environments. · Employees must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Performance Expectations • Safety: Work is planned and executed without preventable injuries, unsafe practices, or repeated safety violations., • Quality: Systems are installed correctly with minimal leaks, deficiencies, rework, or punch-list items., • Production: Crews meet reasonable productivity expectations and labor is managed against the project budget., • Schedule: Work is planned sufficiently in advance to support project milestones and avoid preventable delays., • Planning: Manpower, materials, tools, equipment, and access requirements are anticipated before they are needed., • Leadership: Employees receive clear direction, accountability, training, and professional supervision., • Documentation: Daily reports, as-builts, T&M tickets, photographs, delays, and changed conditions are documented accurately and promptly. • Communication: Project management is informed of significant issues before they become major schedule or cost problems.