Plumbing Foreman

About The Company

PMEP is a leading design-build mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractor delivering high-quality, technically complex solutions across commercial, industrial, and institutional markets. Built on a foundation of craftsmanship, reliability, and deep technical expertise, PMEP partners closely with clients, designers, and builders to deliver integrated building systems that perform safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals who take pride in precision, accountability, and collaboration. We believe that the systems we build are critical to how buildings operate and how people experience them, and we are committed to continuously improving how those systems are designed, installed, and maintained. Headquartered in the Greater New Orleans region, PMEP supports projects throughout the Southeast, delivering dependable execution and long‑term value through every phase of construction.

We’re seeking an experienced Plumbing Foreman to lead and coordinate plumbing work on active construction projects while ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and schedule expectations are met. In this role, you’ll provide day‑to‑day field leadership to plumbing crews, interpret plans and specifications, coordinate with other trades, monitor project progress, and ensure installations comply with applicable plumbing codes and project requirements. The ideal candidate combines strong plumbing expertise with hands‑on leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to keep crews aligned and work progressing efficiently.

• Crew Leadership & Supervision
  • Lead, direct, and coordinate the daily activities of plumbers and plumbing crews.
  • Assign work based on project priorities, schedules, and workforce capabilities.
  • Provide field guidance, coaching, and technical support to crew members.
  • Monitor crew performance, productivity, workmanship, and adherence to expectations.
• Plumbing Installation & Quality
  • Oversee the installation, maintenance, and repair of piping, fixtures, equipment, and plumbing systems.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, plumbing drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
  • Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards, project specifications, and installation requirements are met.
  • Troubleshoot complex plumbing issues and provide direction on appropriate solutions.
• Safety & Code Compliance
  • Promote and enforce safe work practices and jobsite safety requirements.
  • Ensure plumbing work complies with applicable local, state, and national plumbing codes and regulations.
  • Identify potential hazards and take appropriate corrective action.
  • Ensure crews properly use tools, equipment, personal protective equipment, and established safety procedures.
• Project Coordination & Execution
  • Coordinate plumbing activities with project leadership, subcontractors, and other trades.
  • Monitor daily progress against project schedules and communicate potential delays or constraints.
  • Coordinate material, equipment, and manpower needs to support efficient field operations.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of work completed, materials used, field conditions, and project progress.

• Previous experience as a Plumbing Foreman, Lead Plumber, or similar field leadership role in commercial construction.
• Journeyman Plumber license or equivalent plumbing certification, as applicable to the jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated experience supervising plumbing crews and coordinating work on active construction projects.

• Plumbing & Technical Expertise
  • Advanced knowledge of commercial plumbing systems, piping, fixtures, equipment, and installation methods.
  • Strong ability to read and interpret plumbing drawings, blueprints,…