Plumbing Foreman, Journeyman Plumber & Project Management

Plumbing Foreman, Journeyman Plumber & Project Management

Multifamily New Construction, Commercial and Residential Housing Developments
Location: Sonoma, Mendocino, Lake, Humboldt, and surrounding counties
Compensation: Hourly (DOE)
Benefits: Company truck, gas card, IRA contribution, PTO (40 hrs year 1 / 80 hrs year 2), 56 hrs sick time, Mileage reimbursement

Position Overview

We are a growing plumbing contractor specializing in multifamily new construction projects across multiple active job sites. We are seeking General Plumbing Foreman, Skilled plumbers and Project Managers to oversee field production, coordinate manpower, and maintain operational consistency across projects.

This is a field-based leadership role focused on supervision, scheduling, logistics, and quality control. This role performs routine installation work, requires strong on-site presence and active oversight of crews.

Regular travel to job sites is required.

Key Responsibilities

Multi-Site Field Oversight

• Oversee multiple active job sites
• Ensure projects remain aligned with GC schedules
• Maintain installation quality and code compliance
• Prepare projects for inspections
• Identify and address production risks early

Scheduling & Workforce Management

• Schedule employees across multiple job sites
• Align manpower with project timelines and phase requirements
• Read and interpret construction schedules and Gantt charts
• Adjust labor distribution based on project progress

Crew Management & Accountability

• Supervise approximately 4-5 field plumbers
• Review and verify weekly timecards
• Monitor productivity and attendance
• Address performance issues in coordination with ownership

Material & Logistics Management

• Forecast material needs by project phase
• Verify accuracy of material orders
• Prevent shortages or duplicate deliveries
• Ensure shop inventory remains stocked
• Maintain truck organization and tool accountability

Meetings & Coordination

• Attend subcontractor meetings and coordination meetings
• Represent the company professionally with GCs and other trades
• Communicate scheduling changes or conflicts clearly

Administrative & Communication Duties

• Provide production updates to office staff
• Assist with invoice review
• Track labor allocation by project
• Maintain organized documentation and communication

Travel Requirements

• Regular travel to multiple job sites across counties
• Overnight travel may be required
• Per diem provided when traveling
• Company truck and fuel provided

Required Experience & Skills

• 3+ years plumbing experience
• Strong multifamily new construction background
• Ability to read blueprints and riser diagrams
• Experience managing multiple crews or job sites
• Experience reading and working from construction schedules and Gantt charts
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Basic computer knowledge (email, reviewing digital plans, simple spreadsheets, scheduling tools, and timecard systems)

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly pay: 36–65, depending on experience.
• Paid sick leave: 56 hours annually.
• Retirement: 3% employer IRA match after one year, subject to plan terms.
• Paid vacation: one week after one year; two weeks after two years.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement as the company grows.