Ironworker General Foreman

Kiewit•Abilene, TX

About The Position

The Ironworker General Foreman leads and manages daily activities and production in accordance with the project timeline, plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. The role provides training on proper safety and operational procedures and may work with or supervise other crafts at levels appropriate to their training and skills, as requested by project supervision. The General Foreman coordinates crews, materials, and equipment with the Superintendent and Project Management to support productivity, quality, and budget goals. The role monitors work progress, equipment, and construction sites; maintains accurate job and workforce records; supports scheduling and work sequencing; and ensures timely completion of assignments while maintaining quality. The position is responsible for crew safety, toolbox meetings, communicating work plans and safety concerns, monitoring compliance with company policies, and adjusting crew work plans and schedules as needed. The work may involve climbing and working at heights, including heights that may exceed 200 feet, and working in confined spaces and outdoors in all weather conditions. The role may require overtime, night work, and weekends depending on workload. A valid state-issued driver's license may be required. The employee must have all required tools and comply with safety and project rules.

Requirements

May require a high school diploma or equivalent, with prior experience in the field or a related area.
Thorough knowledge and skill to perform all essential functions of the craft workers under supervision.
Ability to plan tasks to carry out assigned work safely and efficiently and to teach safety practices, policies, and procedures.
Working knowledge of scheduling, material control, unit man-hour performance, estimating fundamentals, and job cost management systems.
Ability to understand, follow, and communicate written and oral instructions effectively with supervised 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.
Must observe and comply with all safety and project rules.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with the Superintendent and Project Management to organize crews, materials, and equipment in line with productivity, quality, and budget goals.
Examine and inspect work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety and compliance with specifications.
Maintain accurate records, including job quantities, productivity rates, timesheets, and daily management reports.
May assist in developing a weekly schedule and sequencing activities for the assigned crew.
Complete work assignments on time and within estimated costs while maintaining quality workmanship and product standards.
Ensure 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 supervised employees.
Continuously check crew work and adjust work plans and schedules as required.
Prioritize workload and operate within a defined budget.
Provide training in proper safety and operational procedures.
Work with or supervise other crafts as requested by project supervision.