Ironworker Foreman

Kiewit•Abilene, TX

19h

About The Position

The Ironworker Foreman leads and manages crew members’ daily activities and production in accordance with project timelines, plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. The foreman provides training on proper safety and operational procedures and may work with or supervise other crafts, as appropriate to their training and skills and as requested by project supervision. The role involves organizing people, equipment, tools, and materials to support safe, efficient, and timely construction. The foreman is responsible for crew safety, quality workmanship, timely completion within estimated costs, accurate work and productivity records, and compliance with company policies and applicable safety rules. The position may require working outdoors in all weather, at heights and in confined spaces, and overtime, nights, or weekends as workload requires.

Requirements

May require a high school diploma or equivalent, along with previous experience in the field or a related area.
Thorough knowledge and skill to perform the essential functions of craft workers under supervision.
Ability to plan tasks to perform assigned work safely and efficiently, and to teach safety practices, policies, and procedures.
Working knowledge of scheduling, material control, unit manhour performance, estimating fundamentals, and job cost management systems.
Ability to understand, follow, and communicate written and oral instructions effectively with craft workers and management or supervision.
Good communication, motivation, and teamwork skills.
Able to meet all physical requirements.
Must have all required tools.
Able to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces, potentially exceeding 200 feet.
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by workload.
May require a valid state-issued driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and organize people, equipment, tools, and materials for safe, efficient, and timely project construction.
Ensure construction equipment is operated and maintained correctly.
Maintain accurate records, including job quantities, productivity rates, timesheets, and daily management reports.
May assist in developing a weekly schedule and carrying out the sequence of activities for the assigned crew.
Complete work assignments on time and within estimated costs while maintaining quality workmanship and product standards.
Be responsible for crew safety and conduct operations according to applicable company and government safety rules.
Conduct toolbox meetings and communicate safety concerns, work scope, plans, and schedules to leadmen and crews.
Monitor compliance with company policies among employees under supervision.
Provide training on proper safety and operational procedures.
Work with or supervise other crafts as requested by project supervision and as appropriate to training and skills.
Observe and comply with safety and project rules; perform other duties as required.