Traveling Pool Foreman

About the role

A well-established commercial construction organization is seeking an experienced Traveling Commercial Pool Foreman to lead field operations on commercial swimming pool construction projects throughout New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Ohio. This is a hands-on working foreman position for an experienced commercial pool construction professional who can lead a crew, coordinate daily site activities, maintain quality and production standards, and still be willing to pick up a shovel, operate equipment, assist with installation, and jump in wherever the project needs help.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise field crews performing commercial swimming pool construction.
• Serve as the primary field leader and hands-on working foreman on assigned projects.
• Direct daily field activities to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to plans and specifications.
• Cookordinate manpower, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and daily production activities.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, layouts, and project plans.
• Assist with and oversee site layout, excavation, grading, backfilling, site preparation, and related sitework.
• Oversee and participate in commercial pool construction activities including pool plumbing and piping, forming, reinforcing steel/rebar, concrete-related work, equipment installation, and other applicable phases of construction.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements.
• Identify field issues and develop practical solutions to keep projects progressing.
• Communicate regularly with Project Managers and company leadership regarding progress, manpower, materials, schedules, and potential problems.
• Cooordinatewith subcontractors and other trades working on or around the project.
• Maintain an organized, productive, clean, and professional jobsite.
• Monitor project schedules and daily production goals.
• Ensure proper use, care, and maintenance of company tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Conduct and participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and jobsite safety inspections.
• Enforce company safety procedures and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Train, mentor, and develop less-experienced crew members.
• Work alongside the crew and perform physical construction tasks when necessary to keep the project moving.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of commercial swimming pool construction experience.
• Previous experience as a Commercial Pool Foreman, Foreman, Lead Foreman, Lead Installer, Superintendent, or similar field leadership position.
• Strong understanding of commercial swimming pool construction methods, sequencing, and field operations.
• Working knowledge of multiple phases of pool construction, including pool plumbing/piping, concrete, forming, reinforcing steel, excavation/sitework, and equipment installation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop field crews.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety practices and jobsite procedures.
• Strong field problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Project Managers, subcontractors, vendors, field personnel, and company leadership.
• Ability and willingness to perform hands-on construction work as needed.
• Ability to work outdoors and perform physically demanding construction activities.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Ohio.
• Must be comfortable staying overnight and being away from home for extended periods.
• Ability to work Monday-Friday at project locations, with overnight stays as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience constructing large commercial swimming pools, aquatic facilities, municipal pools, resorts, hotels, schools, universities, recreation facilities, waterparks, or other large-scale aquatic projects.
• Experience with multiple phases of commercial pool construction from site preparation through equipment installation and project completion.
• Experience with PVC piping, commercial pool plumbing, pumps, filtration systems, mechanical equipment, excavation, concrete, rebar, forming, and equipment operation.
• OSHA 30 or other applicable construction safety training.
• Ability to provide a project list or portfolio of commercial swimming pool projects completed or worked on.
• Ability to provide photographs of previous commercial pool projects along with: Project location, Approximate project size, Candidate's role on the project, Construction phases personally performed or supervised, Physical Requirements, and Skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to walk and work safely on active construction sites.
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle construction materials, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding construction work when required.
• Ability to operate or work around construction equipment and machinery.
• Ability to remain active throughout the workday while supervising and assisting field crews.

Compensation

$30.00-$40.00 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive employee benefits package
• Additional company benefits and programs

Travel Requirements

This is a traveling field position, not a local office or remote position. Projects are located throughout New York | New Jersey | Pennsylvania | Maryland | Ohio. Candidates must be willing and able to travel extensively, stay overnight near project locations, and remain away from home for extended periods when required by the project schedule.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is an experienced commercial pool construction professional and field leader who takes ownership of the jobsite. You should be equally comfortable leading a crew and working alongside one. We're looking for someone who understands that being a foreman means keeping people productive, maintaining quality and safety, solving problems in the field, and doing whatever is reasonably necessary to keep the project moving. If you have proven commercial swimming pool construction experience, enjoy leading field crews, and are comfortable traveling throughout the region, we encourage you to apply.