SoCal Windows & Glazing
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Salary:
$93,600 – $124,800 / year
Location:
Torrance, CA, USA
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
7 October 2026
What they need
Pay: $45 - $60/hour, off-hours/OT rates accordingly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Glazing Foreman to lead field installation crews on commercial glazing and architectural glass projects. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 6-10 years of hands-on field experience and understands the installation of a wide range of commercial glazing systems.This is a working foreman position for someone who can lead a crew, read and understand shop drawings, solve field issues, coordinate with the project team, and ensure installations are completed safely, correctly, and efficiently.Strong experience with commercial doors, entrances, and door hardware is highly preferred.Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise glazing crews on commercial construction projects.
- Perform and oversee the installation of a wide range of commercial glass and glazing systems.
- Install and understand storefront, curtain wall, window systems, glass doors, entrances, mirrors, interior glazing, and other architectural glass systems.
- Strongly preferred experience with commercial doors, entrances, panic hardware, closers, locks, electrified hardware, and related door systems.
- Read and interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings, details, elevations, and specifications.
- Verify field conditions and identify discrepancies before and during installation.
- Coordinate daily work with the project manager, superintendent, general contractor, and other trades.
- Direct crew assignments, installation sequencing, and daily field activities.
- Ensure materials are properly received, inspected, staged, protected, and installed.
- Maintain high standards for quality, alignment, fit, finish, and workmanship.
- Troubleshoot installation issues and provide practical field solutions.
- Identify missing, incorrect, or damaged materials before they impact the schedule.
- Communicate material needs, field conditions, schedule concerns, and other issues to the project team.
- Follow and enforce all company and jobsite safety requirements, including proper PPE and safe work practices.
- Assist with punch-list completion and final quality-control inspections.
- Maintain professional communication with GCs, superintendents, inspectors, and other trades.
- Train and mentor less-experienced glaziers and help develop crew capabilities.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional jobsite.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 6+ years of commercial glazing field experience.
- Extensive hands-on experience installing commercial glazing and glass systems.
- Strong ability to read and understand shop drawings and architectural plans.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage field crews.
- Strong knowledge of glazing installation methods, materials, tools, and equipment.
- Ability to identify field conflicts and develop practical solutions.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with the project team.
- Strong commitment to safety and compliance with jobsite safety requirements.
- Reliable, professional, and accountable.
- Ability to work in active commercial construction environments and perform the physical requirements of the position.
Highly Preferred
- Extensive commercial door and entrance experience.
- Experience with panic devices, door closers, locks, electrified hardware, access-control hardware, and specialty doors.
- Experience with storefront and curtain wall systems.
- Experience supervising multiple installers or crews.
- Experience working directly with general contractors and construction superintendents.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex glazing and door installation issues in the field.
What We’re Looking ForWe are looking for someone who knows glazing from the field up and takes pride in their work. The ideal candidate is:
- Clean-cut, well-presented, and professional when representing the company on jobsites.
- Safety-minded and consistently follows company and GC safety requirements.
- Respectful and professional when communicating with customers, GCs, superintendents, and other trades.
- A strong leader who sets the right example for the crew.
- Reliable, punctual, organized, and accountable.
- Able to maintain a professional appearance and clean work environment.
- Someone who takes pride in quality workmanship, jobsite conduct, and representing the company well.
We are looking for a working foreman, not simply someone who directs others. The right candidate should be able to look at a shop drawing, understand how the system is supposed to go together, identify potential problems, and guide the crew through the installation. A strong background in commercial doors and specialty entrances will be a major advantage.
Schedule
- Full-time, requires travelling to multiple job sites daily/weekly.
- Monday through Friday (start time varies depending on job site requirements)
- Occasional evenings, or weekends as required to support project schedules, site meetings, and critical project milestones.
Benefits (most apply after 90 day probationary period):
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Gas Card (provided immediately)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Pay: $45.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- ease describe a previous project you've managed, the biggest challenge you faced, and how you helped bring the project to a successful completion.
Experience:
- Project management in commercial glazing: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- PMP (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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