Plumbing Supervisor

General Job Description

Job Summary

IES Residential is seeking an experienced and motivated Plumbing Supervisor to oversee residential plumbing operations across multiple new construction job sites in the Charlotte NC area. This leadership role is responsible for managing field crews, ensuring quality plumbing installations, maintaining project schedules, and enforcing safety and code compliance standards.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in residential plumbing construction, experience leading teams, and a solid understanding of North Carolina plumbing codes and inspection requirements. This position requires excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to manage multiple active job sites simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day plumbing operations for residential new construction projects throughout the Charlotte North Carolina area.
• Lead and coordinate plumbing crews by monitoring attendance, productivity, workmanship quality, and overall job progress.
• Read and interpret blueprints, site plans, and construction specifications to ensure accurate plumbing layouts and installations.
• Ensure all plumbing systems comply with North Carolina state and local plumbing codes, safety standards, and project specifications.
• Coordinate with project managers, builders, site superintendents, inspectors, and subcontractors to maintain construction schedules and workflow.
• Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting, and support to field personnel.
• Manage material ordering, deliveries, and inventory to minimize delays and maintain efficiency across job sites.
• Conduct quality assurance inspections to ensure timely and accurate completion of work.
• Promote and enforce OSHA and IES safety standards through jobsite audits, safety meetings, and ongoing crew accountability.
• Mentor and train apprentices and journeymen to support skill development and licensing advancement.
• Maintain accurate records of labor, materials, work progress, and incidents using mobile apps and reporting tools.

Minimum Education

None
Minimum Years of Experience

4-6
Specific Qualifications

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years of residential plumbing experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of rough-in, top-out, and finish plumbing for single-family and/or multi-family residential construction.
• Familiarity with North Carolina plumbing codes, permitting, and inspection processes.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple crews and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable using mobile apps, email, and scheduling/reporting software.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• North Carolina Journeyman or Master Plumber License preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification preferred.
• Experience managing multiple subdivisions or job sites simultaneously.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position operates primarily on active residential construction sites throughout Charlotte and surrounding areas and requires frequent travel between job sites. Candidates must be able to stand, walk, bend, crouch, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly. Work may include navigating uneven terrain, working in crawlspaces, attics, elevated areas, and other confined spaces.

License Required

Yes
Job Locations

US-NC-Charlotte
Company Overview

IES Residential, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar, and cable solutions providers for single-family homes and multi-family complexes since 1973. We provide comprehensive integrated solutions that light up our world. We make homes come to life.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

"This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or work authorization support. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future need for employer sponsorship."

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs