Plant Foreman — Water/Wastewater Treatment Construction

Location: Tallahassee, FL
Employment Type: Full-Time

At Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc., we don’t just build infrastructure — we build life-changing infrastructure. As a privately owned, employee-owned civil contracting firm, we perform work across public and private markets, specializing in water and wastewater treatment plants, site development, underground utilities, and roadway construction throughout the Southeast.

We’re seeking an experienced Plant Foreman to lead multi-discipline crews constructing water and wastewater treatment facilities across North Florida. This role is responsible for coordinating field operations, ensuring production goals are met, and delivering high-quality, safe work while developing and mentoring crew members.

What You’ll Do

Leadership & Supervision

• Directly supervise multiple crews (yard piping, concrete, process piping/equipment, start-up, punch-out).

• Plan and execute daily work based on the project’s 4-week schedule.

• Train, coach, and mentor crew members; maintain accurate daily reports and timecards.

• Lead with safety — enforce OSHA requirements and Petticoat-Schmitt safety standards.

Field Operations & Coordination

• Coordinate materials, equipment, inspections, and subcontractor activities to meet production targets.

• Support survey layout and perform ongoing quality checks per plans and specifications.

• Adjust daily operations to reflect changing field conditions and resource availability.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient jobsite.

Technical Execution

• Interpret construction drawings, specifications, P&IDs, I&C diagrams, and electrical one-lines.

• Perform construction math; calculate elevations, quantities, and slopes.

• Set up and use rotary lasers, builder’s levels, and total stations for layout verification.

• Manage yard piping systems (push-joint, MJ, TR-Flex, HDPE, RCP, CPP, PVC).

• Oversee process piping and mechanical installs (DI, stainless, FRP, PVC) including pumps and process equipment.

• Plan safe excavations around existing utilities and oversee dewatering operations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced understanding of treatment plant construction sequencing and methods.

• Strong leadership, planning, and communication skills.

• Working knowledge of OSHA safety regulations, PSC standards, and environmental compliance (BMPs/NPDES).

• Basic IT proficiency for completing reports and timecards via smartphone or tablet (e.g., HeavyJob).

• Familiarity with heavy equipment operation related to scope of work.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, and work in and around trenches.

• Lift up to 40 lbs regularly.

• Distinguish jobsite sounds (equipment movement, alarms, voices).

• Work outdoors in various weather and site conditions.

• Required PPE: hard hat, eye/ear protection, and high-visibility apparel.

Training & Experience

• 5–10 years of water/wastewater treatment plant construction experience (foreman experience preferred).

• Demonstrated ability to lead self-perform crews.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Preferred certifications: Competent Person, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Rigging/Crane Safety, OSHA 30.

How You’ll Measure Success

• Safe, clean, organized jobsite performance.

• Consistently meeting schedule and production goals.

• Accurate weekly planning and successful execution.

• High-quality work with minimal rework.

• Strong communication and complete field documentation.

You’ll Love It Here If You Live Our A.C.T. Values

Accountability – Safety first, plan the work, communicate expectations, execute the plan, take ownership.
Character – Integrity, respect, trustworthiness, humility — no jerks allowed.
Team – Shared goals, servant leadership, developing others, and a determination to win.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation & Incentives

• Competitive pay with performance-based incentives.

• Monthly Safety Bonus – awarded when the company is recordable-incident free.

• Company Performance Incentive – profit sharing after minimum standards are met.

• PTO and Paid Holidays available.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage Options, including a 100% company-paid High Deductible Health Plan (employee-only coverage).

• Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Accident Coverage.

• Up to $50,000 employer-paid life insurance.

• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 4%.

• Ongoing training, development, and leadership growth opportunities.

• Employee-Owned (ESOP): Every team member has a direct stake in our success.

Location

Projects located throughout North Florida; position is based in Tallahassee, FL.
Expect approximately 80–90% field presence with occasional office coordination as needed.

Important Notice Regarding Agencies

Petticoat Schmitt will not accept unsolicited résumés from any sources other than directly from a candidate. Any agency or third-party résumé submissions will be considered unsolicited and the property of Petticoat Schmitt. We will not pay any placement or referral fees for such submissions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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