Ironworker Raising Gang Foreman

LPR Construction Company•Newport News, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Raising Gang Foreman supervises work crews and coordinates materials and equipment for assigned projects. The role calls for strong knowledge of structural ironwork, particularly raising gangs, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment to complete assignments efficiently. The foreman is responsible for crew safety and work quality, coordinating with other foremen, maintaining project records, and supporting effective scheduling. The foreman may also perform crew labor such as welding, installing bolts, layout, unloading trucks, and operating heavy equipment.

Requirements

Must be a US citizen.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Knowledge of structural ironwork, specifically raising gangs.
Ability to understand and execute erection drawings.

Responsibilities

Supervise work crews and coordinate their material and equipment requirements for assigned projects.
Participate in annual employee performance evaluations and provide one-on-one feedback and coaching to team members.
Set clear performance goals and expectations for the team and each member.
Communicate and coordinate with other job-site foremen to support workflow, quality, and safety.
Be responsible for the safety of assigned LPR personnel.
Identify, report, and resolve project construction risks, supporting a proactive zero-injury safety culture.
Ensure crew work adheres to LPR quality plans and designs and meets or exceeds the quality control plan.
Review construction designs to balance schedule, cost, quality, function, and aesthetics.
Participate in implementing effective schedule changes.
Enter field-operations data accurately and on time in project files, logs, and records, including payroll time entry.
Plan, coordinate, and schedule equipment for the assigned work area.
Perform crew tasks as needed, including welding, installing bolts, layout, unloading trucks, and operating equipment such as forklifts and aerial lifts.
Report accidents to the General Foreman and Safety Department within one hour after taking necessary EMS steps to care for injured workers or secure the job site.
Establish and maintain positive, long-term customer relationships.
Understand and execute erection drawings.