Commercial Roofing Foreman Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Roofing Foreman to lead commercial roofing projects throughout Kentucky. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring extensive commercial roofing knowledge, the ability to manage crews, and the technical expertise to oversee high-quality installations, repairs, and restoration projects. The ideal candidate is a proven leader who can maintain a safe, productive jobsite while delivering exceptional workmanship.
This position requires travel throughout Kentucky. During the work week, employees will stay near the project location and return home as schedules allow.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise commercial roofing crews on installation, repair, restoration, and replacement projects.
- Plan and coordinate daily jobsite activities to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to company quality standards.
- Read and interpret blueprints, construction plans, specifications, and technical drawings.
- Direct crews installing and repairing commercial roofing systems, including PVC, EPDM, and Modified Bitumen (Mod-Bit) roofing systems.
- Coordinate materials, equipment, subcontractors, and deliveries to keep projects running smoothly.
- Perform quality control inspections to ensure all work meets manufacturer specifications and company standards.
- Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce OSHA regulations, fall protection requirements, ladder safety, and proper equipment use.
- Maintain accurate job documentation and communicate project progress with project managers and customers.
- Train, mentor, and develop crew members while promoting teamwork and accountability.
Required Qualifications
- Extensive commercial roofing experience is required. Residential-only roofing experience will not be considered.
- Demonstrated experience leading and supervising commercial roofing crews.
- Expert knowledge of commercial roofing systems, including:
- PVC
- EPDM
- Modified Bitumen (Mod-Bit)
- Strong understanding of commercial roofing installation methods, repairs, troubleshooting, and manufacturer specifications.
- Ability to read blueprints, plans, and technical drawings.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and commercial roofing safety practices.
- Experience operating roofing tools, power tools, and construction equipment.
- Ability to lift heavy materials and work safely at heights in varying weather conditions.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Willingness to travel throughout Kentucky and stay near project sites during the work week.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with metal roofing, sheet metal fabrication, siding, waterproofing, roof restoration, and roof coatings.
- Experience training and developing roofing crews.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is a strong plus.
- CDL or equipment operation experience is a plus.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a dependable leader with a strong work ethic who can motivate crews, solve problems in the field, and deliver quality commercial roofing projects safely and efficiently. If you have the technical expertise, leadership experience, and willingness to travel where our projects take us, we'd like to hear from you.
Pay: From $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company truck
- Fuel card
- Opportunities for advancement
- Referral program
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: On the road