Traveling Waterproofing Foreman - New Orleans

Traveling Waterproofing Foreman - New Orleans

New Orleans, LA

Flynn Group of Companies Architectural Metals - Skilled & General Labourer/Laborer /

Field Full-time /

On-site

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Traveling Waterproofing Foreman

This position will require travel to project sites across Texas, including Amarillo, Abilene, and San Antonio, as well as Monroe, Louisiana.

Flynn will provide housing accommodation and daily $40 peridium.

Position Summary: The Waterproofing Foreman is responsible for leading and coordinating day-to-day field activities related to building envelope and waterproofing systems on commercial construction projects. This role focuses on hands-on supervision, proper installation methods, quality control, and safety compliance while working closely with the Superintendent and project team. This is not a general foreman positionit requires strong knowledge of waterproofing systems, sequencing, and installation practices in high-exposure environments.

What We Offer:

Competitive Wages $32 - $34 DOE! + $40 peridium daily when traveling.

Multiple wage reviews throughout the year

Comprehensive PAID benefits - health, dental, and vision

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

401k w/ company match

Opportunities for career advancement

Mobile apps and training programs are available to help you further your skills

What We are Seeking:

The Foreman is expected to have hands-on experience with the installation, coordination, or oversight of the following systems and components:

Waterproofing & Weather Barrier Systems

• Foundation sheet waterproofing and insulation
• Sheet-applied and fluid-applied weather barriers
• Hot rubberized asphalt (HRA), cold fluid-applied asphalt (CFA), and polyurea systems
• Water repellents and protective coatings
• Horizontal coating systems (traffic coatings, podium decks)
• Roof paver systems
• Firestopping systems

Sealants, Joints & Flashings

• Air barrier installation
• Expansion joints (including compressed foam systems)
• Detail and control joint caulking
• Dynamic sealant joints (new construction and retrofit/restoration)
• Masonry, concrete tilt, metal panel, glazing, sidewalk, and civil sealant joints
• Metal panel joints and insulated metal panel (IMP) sealants
• Sheet metal support flashings
• Proper lapping of metal trims for watertight systems
• Compressive expansion joints between panels and adjacent systems

Building Envelope Components

• Adhering insulation to foundation walls with proper flashing protection
• Sealant installation at glazing and glass systems
• Waterproofing accessory components and transition details

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high-rise, hospitality, or multi-family construction projects.
• Familiarity with manufacturer systems such as Tremco, Sika, Carlisle, GCP, Soprema, or similar.
• Experience coordinating with façade, roofing, glazing, and structural teams.
• Strong understanding of waterproofing sequencing and trade coordination.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and details.

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05/11/26

$32 - $34 an hour

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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