Sheet Metal Roofing Crew Lead

Job Title: Sheet Metal Roofing Crew Lead
Location: Gastonia, NC (On-site)
Experience Level: Mid-Level (58 years total experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Sheet Metal Roofing Crew Lead with strong hands-on expertise in commercial and industrial roofing systems, advanced material knowledge, and the ability to supervise crews on active job sites. The ideal candidate will have experience with jobsite estimating, material takeoffs, and labor cost projections, ensuring efficiency, quality, and profitability for every project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a crew of roofing professionals, ensuring top-quality work and efficiency on all job sites.
• Oversee installation, repair, flashing, and maintenance of sheet metal roofing systems, including standing seam, R-panel, corrugated, TPO-covered metal, and custom-fabricated components.
• Perform material takeoffs and estimate required quantities for fasteners, sealants, insulation, vapor barriers, edge metals, and coatings.
• Collaborate with project managers and estimators to develop job cost projections, timelines, and material schedules based on blueprints and specifications.
• Read and interpret architectural plans, roofing drawings, and manufacturer installation guides to ensure compliance with technical requirements.
• Ensure proper handling, cutting, seaming, and fastening of metals such as galvanized steel, aluminum, copper, and stainless steel.
• Promote and enforce OSHA safety standards and internal safety protocols at all times.
• Conduct quality control checks on seam integrity, flashing transitions, panel alignment, and watertightness.
• Serve as a liaison between crew members, project managers, and clients.
• Train, mentor, and develop team members to enhance technical skills and safety awareness.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in sheet metal roofing, including installation and repair of standing seam and architectural metal systems.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and supervise roofing crews.
• Advanced knowledge of roofing materials: EPDM, TPO, underlayment, self-adhered membranes, metal panels, fasteners, flashing, adhesives, and insulation boards.
• Proficiency with estimating software, manual takeoffs, and material procurement processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, spec sheets, and technical manuals.
• Excellent organizational and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as required.