Plumber Foreman

Job Description

Company Overview

Upchurch is a rapidly growing , full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions , establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support— helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan .

Key Responsibilities

Field leadership & planning

Build daily / weekly work plans from drawings, submittals, and schedules; allocate manpower, tools, and equipment.

Lead and mentor crews (3–12+), conduct stretch-and-flex, toolbox talks, and hold pre-task plans / JHAs.

Installation & layout

Perform / oversee layout and installation of DWV, domestic water, storm, natural gas, and hydronic systems (copper, cast iron, steel, PEX / PVC / CPVC).

Coordinate sleeves / penetrations, supports / hangers, seismic, insulation, and equipment setting.

Quality & code compliance

Interpret drawings / specs; ensure work meets IPC / UPC , local amendments, and manufacturer requirements.

Pressure tests, inspections, punch-list management, and QA / QC documentation.

Coordination

Attend coordination meetings; interface with GC, MEP trades, BIM / VDC, and inspectors; drive clash-free installations.

Manage RFIs, field sketches, as-builts, and redlines.

Material & productivity

Pull materials, stage deliveries, control inventory, and reduce waste; support prefab opportunities.

Track quantities, production units, and percent complete; hit labor budgets.

Safety

Enforce company and OSHA standards (LOTO, hot work, fall protection); incident reporting and corrective actions.

Closeout & turnover

Support start-up, flushing, disinfection, documentation, O&M manuals, and training.

Qualifications

Experience : 5–8+ years commercial / industrial plumbing with 2+ years leading crews as a Lead / Foreman.

Licensing / Certs : State Journeyman or Master Plumber (or ability to obtain); OSHA-10 required (OSHA-30 preferred).

Nice-to-have : Medical Gas installer / brazer (NFPA 99), Backflow Teste r , Confined Space, Boom / Scissor lift.

Technical skills : Read / interpret plans, specs, isometrics, and shop drawings; proficient with layout (laser / total station a plus); comfortable with tablets / apps (Procore / PlanGrid / Bluebeam or similar).

Code knowledge : IPC / UPC, local codes, and inspection processes.

Leadership : Proven crew management, training apprentices, scheduling, and conflict resolution.

Physical : Lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, work at heights / in tight spaces; stand / walk for extended periods; work in varied weather.

Other : Valid driver’s license; reliable transportation; ability to work overtime, nights, or travel to jobs as required.

Benefits :

Competitive salary based on experience.

Health, dental, and vision insurance.

Paid time off and holiday pay.

Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity :

Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.