Fire Protection Sprinkler Foreman

*This position is for our Richmond, VA headquarters*

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count!

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Summary/Objective:

The Fire Protection Sprinkler Foreman is responsible for the day-to-day activities of assigned personnel on the assembly, installation and repair of pipes, fittings, and fixtures for fire protection sprinkler systems. In addition to supervisory responsibility, this position is that of a working Fire Protection Sprinkler Foreman, responsible for directly performing a wide range of skilled fire protection construction tasks.

Essential Functions:

• The Fire Protection Sprinkler Foreman manage labor and materials to ensure the assigned tasks meet or beat budgets for each
• Tracks hours and manpower on all tasks
• Provides training in areas needing improvements to ensure quality, production, and safety
• Responsible for performing a wide range of skilled construction tasks
• Attends, as needed, all job site and office meetings related to assigned projects
• Interprets company policy for workers and enforces safety regulations
• Provides guidance and direction to crews in meeting budgets and project schedule
• Ability to manage the fire protection installation team, including sprinkler fitters and helpers on the job site
• Ability to interpret blueprints and architectural drawings
• Responsible for installation of wet, cpvc, and steel systems in commercial and industrial buildings
• Plans work to make the most efficient use of assigned manpower and other resources
• Inspects work in progress and completed work to ensure conformance to contract and specification
• Maintains appropriate documentation for the work performed
• Demonstrate positive team work and ability to be a team leader and mentor
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment
• Completes projects in a timely manner while providing the highest standard of quality work and customer satisfaction
• Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility: Yes

Required:

• 3 years of experience in Fire Sprinkler Installation field; or equivalent combination of vocational training and experience
• 1 years of experience as a Fire Protection Sprinkler Foreman running crews on heavy commercial construction projects
• Knowledgeable with NFPA 13 and all codes
• Proven ability to effectively manage and lead teams of 8 to 10 individuals, ensuring high productivity, team cohesion, and successful project outcomes
• Must be able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail, and demonstrate problem-solving skills
• Must adhere to all company policy and procedures
• Must be available, and have the means to report to multiple job sites as assigned

The work environment and physical demands required would be representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and may include, but are not limited to the following:

Work Environment:

• May work in varying temperatures; both inside and outside, including inclement weather, heat, humidity, cold, and dampness
• May work in areas with exposure to moderate/high noise levels
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including dust
• May be required to work in confined spaces or from high heights

Physical Demands:

• This role routinely uses construction equipment such as heavy machinery, hand and power tools
• While performing duties of the job the employee may work aloft, climb, bend, pull, reach overhead, stand/walk for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs
• Frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Must be able to correctly identify all colors of a color-coded cable/wires and see close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus

Travel:

• May require travel (typically not overnight)

Preferred:

• 3 years of experience as a Fire Protection Sprinkler Foreman running crews on commercial construction projects
• Prior experience as a Fire Protection Sprinkler fitter/installer
• Prior military experience
• HS diploma or GED equivalent

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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Fire Protection Sprinkler Foreman