
Pipefitting Field Manager (Glenwood Springs, CO)
Job Description
- This position requires the same qualifications as a journeyman and crew leader in perspective trade.
- Supervise trade specific crew leaders, journeymen, and apprentices.
- Coordinate with Project Manager on project needs as required. Communicate project status, changes and needs to Project Manager
- Manage site safety program, evaluating work sites and workers for safe work practices, anticipate problems, coordinate weekly safety meetings, submit safety reports and audits. preview each work assignment for safety problems. Monitor subcontractor’s safety programs.
- Interface with clients on a constant basis in a highly professional manner
- Lead and train crews in planning, layout, material management, reading and interpreting technical project information, and in their specific craft
- Take-off, order and schedule delivery of materials
- Pre-plan job requirements with the project manager, general superintendent, purchasing, fabrication shop and construction supervisor
- Expected to participate in the MTech University education process by teaching and/or preparing classes, when needed
- Manage material storage, staging, delivery and security
- Provide and schedule delivery of tools necessary to perform work including rentals of specialty tools, unloading equipment, scaffolding, manlifts, etc. Responsible for monthly tracking of company assets and submitting tool reports.
- Read and understand blueprints, CAD drawings, isometrics, equipment specifications, job specifications, equipment submittals, schedules and other construction and equipment related information.
- Continually collaborating with CAD department until final coordination drawings are complete.
- Working with prefabrication shop manager in scheduling work as well as looking for new opportunity’s to utilize the shops.
- Must be able to visualize, anticipate and organize the construction sequence and flow using design information and experience.
- Establish personnel rules and expectations and arrange facilities for breaks.
- Responsible with all team members for assuring that project is kept within budget and on time. Understand and know how to read variance reports to manage project budget.
- Maintain a clean, orderly and organized work site.
- Coordinate installation with other tradesmen, the General Contractor and the client.
- Participate in hands on completion of piping and sheet metal assignments whenever possible.
- Maintain current understanding and knowledge of building codes and regulation governing inspections and construction practices. Coordinate inspections.
- Coordinate, schedule and manage system and equipment start-up with internal and external clients.
- Develop final turnover package for client and their maintenance staff including training where necessary. Keep and maintain updated as-builts
- Provide a work environment based on respect, competence, fairness, satisfaction and quality. Promote a team atmosphere.
- Promote MTech business values and culture
- Promote proper use of company assets
- Regular and predictable attendance is expected in order to meet the requirements of this position
- Other duties as assigned.
- High school graduate/GED with appropriate 4 year apprenticeship certificate
- A minimum of 4 years field experience
- Working knowledge of all relevant national and local codes and company and industry standards.
- Must possess and maintain licenses that are required in the jurisdictions that you are working.
- Must be approved to drive per MTech’s driving standards
- Strong organizational and leadership skills and experience required.
- Proven abilities in pipefitting, plumbing, and/or sheet metal, service or system functionality experience required.
- Journeyman supervisory certificate or master service technician designation as necessary. May also require other competency certification as necessary and/or required by MTech, clients or code jurisdiction. Examples are Journeyman certification for Denver City/County, Supervisory certification for Aurora and Master Service Technician for MTech.
- Basic computer skills
MTech Mechanical is a full-service mechanical contractor delivering HVAC, plumbing, fabrication, and design-build solutions for complex commercial and industrial projects. Built on a foundation of safety, integrity, and craftsmanship, we take pride in the quality of our work and the strength of our partnerships. If you’re looking for meaningful work, a strong team environment, and a company that invests in its people & our community, MTech Mechanical offers a place to build your future.
- People First: Our success starts with our team. We invest in our people through training, mentorship, and opportunities for growth.
- Culture of Excellence: We value teamwork, respect, and pride in our work, from the jobsite to the office.
- Safety & Quality: We hold ourselves to high standards to deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality results.
- Innovation & Improvement: We continuously seek smarter, more efficient ways to deliver value to our clients and communities.
- Be able to lift 50 pounds regularly and 75+ pounds occasionally
- Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment up to 50 pounds regularly and 75+ pounds occasionally to complete assigned job tasks
- Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body.
- Be able to reach overhead, including working with tools overhead
- Be able to work a full range of physical activity in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, kneeling and squatting, climbing, walking for extended periods of time.
- Use hands and arms to:
- Thread, cut, weld, braze, solder, and assemble pipe and duct work
- Operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and other equipment
- Capable of hearing at a level or correctable to a level where the person is able to receive detailed information through verbal communication. Must be able to detect alarms and equipment sounds
- Vision must also be at a level or correctable level where the person has clarity both in short and long-distance vision
- Stand and walk for extended periods
- Handle heavy pipe, fittings, valves, tools, duct, hangers, and equipment
- Climb ladders, scaffolding, and stairs regularly
- Work and walking on uneven surfaces, elevated platforms, and confined areas at times