Commercial Roofing Foreman

Job Title: Commercial Roofing Foreman

Start Date: Immediately

Job Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $38.00-$45.00/Hour DOE

Position Overview:  As a Commercial Roofing Foreman, you’ll be the leader on the roof—guiding your crew through daily operations while setting the standard for safety, quality workmanship, and productivity. You play a critical role in keeping projects on track, crews motivated, and job sites running safely and efficiently from start to finish.

At J.R. & Co., Inc., we're not just building roofs—we're building careers. Established in 1986 and proudly veteran-owned, we're an energetic, optimistic, and family-oriented construction company based in Kansas City, MO. Our services span everything from commercial roofing, sheet metal, glass, solar panel installation, rooftop maintenance, and disaster relief. With a reputation for excellence in workmanship and customer service, we’ve earned recognition from top industry manufacturers and an A+ rating from the BBB. If you're looking for a place to grow, thrive, and make a real impact while working in a safety-focused, supportive environment, J.R. & Co., Inc. is the place for you. Join our team today and help us build something great!

Essential Functions:  

Coordinate with Crew Members, Superintendents, and Project Managers to manage scheduling, scope of work, and daily jobsite activities, including communicating any scope changes before execution.

Lead and support crew performance and development, ensuring productivity, accountability, and proper time tracking while resolving any timesheet discrepancies.

Document daily jobsite activity including production, quality control, and jobsite updates through accurate daily logs.

Communicate and coordinate with customers, subcontractors, and other trades to resolve issues and keep work progressing smoothly.

Manage jobsite readiness, materials, and equipment, including weather monitoring, end-of-day job protection, inventory coordination, and proper maintenance/storage of tools, vehicles, and trailers.

Enforce OSHA safety standards and jobsite compliance while maintaining a safe and professional work environment.

Maintain project schedules and production goals to ensure projects stay on time and within labor hour targets.

Participate in pre-construction meetings and job walkthroughs to ensure clear project expectations and alignment before work begins.

Required Skills and Abilities: 

OSHA 10 certification required (OSHA 30 preferred); able to obtain required equipment operation certifications

Ability to obtain security clearance for military and secured job sites

Familiar with SMACNA standards and construction best practices

Ability to read and understand shop drawings, site plans, and specifications

Strong leadership & communication skills

Solid critical thinking, problem‑solving, time management, and organizational skills

Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, hard‑working, with a willingness to learn new systems

Embodies company values: Family Culture, JR Attitude (humble & teachable), Extreme Ownership, and a growth mindset; communicates respectfully and adheres to company policies at all times

Education and Experience:  

Minimum 3 years construction experience, 

Minimum 3-5 years roofing specific experience

Experience working with TPO, EPMD, Modified Bitumen, metal roofing, coping, and the above, listed materials

Work Environment/Physical Requirements: 

Pass initial drug test and participate in random drug test program

Willing to travel

Ability to perform elevated work (work on rooftops, heights)

Frequently lift and carry 50lbs or greater

Frequent bending, kneeling, walking 

Outdoor environment in all types of weather (8+ hours per day)

Compensation & Benefits:

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid time off

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Fringe Benefit sub-plan (where applicable)

Company issued phone or phone stipend

Company truck and fuel card or stipend

Weekly Pay

Schedule Location

In Person - Kansas City, MO 64108

Day Shift: Mon-Friday 

Overtime and weekend work as job requires

J.R. & Co., Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. JR & Co. Inc. participates in E-Verify. To learn more visit www.e-verify.gov.  All individuals who accept an offer of employment are required to complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check.