Projects Foreman-Mechanical Construction

Founded in July 2014 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, GEMCO Constructors is a national mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building automation systems, and service contractor providing comprehensive design and build solutions throughout the United States. GEMCO operates coast to coast, holding engineering and construction registrations, licenses, and certifications in more than 30 states. The Plumbing Foreman is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising plumbing construction activities for new builds and remodeling projects within the Indiana Region. This role provides hands-on leadership to plumbing crews, ensuring quality workmanship, adherence to schedules, compliance with safety standards, and alignment with project specifications. The Foreman also serves as a mentor to apprentices and journeymen, helping to develop future talent while delivering high-quality results on projects.
Organize, coordinate, and supervise plumbing crews on assigned projects.
Assign and monitor work tasks, ensuring employees are matched to duties based on skills and training.
Train, mentor, and evaluate apprentices and journeymen to develop technical and safety skills.
Interpret and implement project specifications, contracts, and blueprints to guide work activities.
Attend and contribute to construction and coordination meetings.
Maintain progress and enforce deadlines to complete projects on schedule.
Oversee inspection and commissioning of daily work to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and administrators to resolve technical or logistical issues.
Monitor materials, tools, and equipment usage to minimize waste and control costs.
Enforce GEMCO’s safety culture and ensure all work is performed according to OSHA and company policies.
Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, codes, and installation methods.
Familiarity with all phases of building construction and related trades.
Effective supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to manage a team.
This is an opportunity to lead plumbing crews on significant construction projects with a nationally recognized contractor. High school diploma or equivalent; technical/trade school or apprenticeship completion preferred.
~6+ years commercial/industrial plumbing experience, including 2+ years leading crews (lead/journeyman/foreman).
~ Working knowledge of IPC/UPC and Indiana/local codes; Proficient with layout, material take-offs, and installation of domestic water, sanitary/vent, storm, natural gas, and hydronic systems.
~ Hands-on experience with copper (solder/braze), steel (thread/weld/groove), cast iron (no-hub), PEX/CPVC; Strong planning, crew scheduling, and mentoring skills; proven track record of safety, quality, and productivity.
~ Computer/mobile proficiency (email, PDFs, timekeeping, field apps such as Bluebeam/PlanGrid/Procore or similar).
~ ability to travel within Indiana and work overtime/weekends as needed.
~ Join a fast-growing national contractor offering competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on company success.
Health Savings Account with company contribution and matching
~Annual bonus
~ Holiday bonus
~ Anniversary bonus program
~ Phone allowance
~ Company vehicle truck or van based on role

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