EZARC

Overview

The Construction Foreman is responsible for leading field crews in the safe and efficient erection of structural steel for commercial and industrial projects, combining hands-on ironwork with crew supervision to ensure compliance with safety standards and project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and coordinate ironworker crews in daily erection activities.
• Plan work assignments, sequencing, and manpower to meet project schedules.
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members; enforce accountability and performance standards.
• Communicate clearly with project managers, superintendents, and other trades.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, and specifications.
• Oversee layout, rigging, hoisting, connecting, bolting, and welding of structural steel components.
• Ensure proper alignment, plumbness, and fit-up of all members.
• Coordinate crane operations and material staging for efficient workflow.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture on every jobsite.
• Conduct daily safety meetings/toolbox talks and job hazard analyses (JHAs).
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Identify hazards and take immediate corrective action.
• Ensure all work meets project specifications, tolerances, and quality standards.
• Monitor productivity and adjust crew activities to stay on schedule.
• Minimize rework through proper planning and oversight.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Track daily progress, manpower, and production.
• Report issues, delays, and material needs to management.
• Assist with timekeeping and job documentation as required.

Requirements

• 5+ years of structural steel or ironworking experience required.
• Proven experience leading crews on structural steel erection projects preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects safely and on schedule.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and erection drawings.
• Solid understanding of rigging, crane signaling, and steel erection methods.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and jobsite safety practices.
• Effective leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and changing jobsite conditions.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Rigging and/or signaling certification preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

Additional Information

• Ability to work at heights and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver heavy materials.
• Frequent climbing, standing, bending, and physical activity.
• Outdoor construction sites with exposure to weather, noise, and heavy equipment.
• High-risk environment requiring strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE.