General Foreman

Brown & Root•LaPorte, TX

About The Position

The General Foreman oversees crew(s) that build, position, and dismantle wooden structures such as concrete forms, scaffolds, tunnel and sewer supports, and temporary frame shelters, following sketches, blueprints, or company standards. The role involves planning work, selecting tools and materials, directing crews, and applying independent judgment. The position typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Requirements

Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
Apply basic mathematics and solve problems.
Plan work and select appropriate tools.
Compare differences in the size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects.
Work at heights without fear.
May require a high school diploma or equivalent and previous years of experience in the field or a related area.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.
Ability to rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform job functions.
Independent judgment in directing crew(s).

Responsibilities

Examine, select, and gather materials and tools.
Review blueprints and specifications to determine structure dimensions.
Inspect base surfaces for obstructions.
Load, transport, and unload materials.
Measure boards, timbers, or plywood and mark cutting lines.
Saw boards and plywood panels to required sizes.
Use carpentry hand and power tools.
Assemble scaffolding with required rails, braces, planks, toe boards, screening, locking pins, and wheels according to job specifications.
Brace forms with timbers, tie rods, and anchor bolts for concrete piers, footings, and walls.
Tie scaffolding to permanent structures.
Erect scaffolding and install ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms, and gangways.
Set and brace anchor bolts.
Rig materials as needed.
Perform minor maintenance or cleaning on tools and equipment.
Observe and comply with safety and project rules.
Perform other duties as required.