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Carbon Builders
Construction Steel Foreman
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What they do
A Construction Foreman supervises work crews at construction sites. Hires and manages construction workers and directs work according to plans developed by a project manager and architects. May specialize in a particular type of building project such as residential or industrial construction, or a particular part or stage of the construction process.
$78,670 / year median in Michigan
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Construction Steel Foreman Carbon Builders Grand Rapids, MI Job Details Full-time 3 days ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Team development Driver's License Mentoring Crew management
Leadership Full Job Description Summary:
Carbon Builders is a General Trades and Steel building provider, founded in 2022 and located in Grand Rapids, MI. Carbon Builders is a trade partner setting high standards related to safety, quality, and value.Key Responsibilities:
- Crew Leadership & Field Execution
- Directly supervise and coordinate the daily work of the ironworker crew on assigned projects.
- Plan and sequence daily/weekly erection activities to keep the job on schedule.
- Read and interpret structural drawings, shop drawings, and erection plans to direct crew work.
- Coordinate crane picks, rigging, and material staging with the crew and other trades on site.
- Track material deliveries and flag shortages or discrepancies to the Steel Division Manager.
- Maintain accurate daily reports, crew time, and productivity tracking.
- Safety
- Enforce all CarbonSix safety policies and OSHA steel erection requirements (29 CFR 1926 Subpart R) on site.
- Conduct daily toolbox talks and pre-task safety briefings before erection activities.
- Inspect rigging, fall protection, and equipment prior to use; correct or stop unsafe conditions immediately.
- Report incidents, near-misses, and safety concerns to the Steel Division Manager promptly.
- Quality & Coordination
- Ensure erected steel conforms to contract drawings, specifications, and
AISC/AWS
standards.- Identify and communicate field conflicts, RFIs, or design issues to the Steel Division Manager.
- Coordinate with other trade foremen on site to maintain sequencing and avoid conflicts.
- Support punch list and close-out activities for steel scope.
- Team Development
- Train and mentor ironworkers, including apprentices, on proper techniques and safety practices.
- Provide input to the Steel Division Manager on crew performance, staffing needs, and discipline issues.
- Model a strong work ethic and professional conduct on site at all times.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience as a structural/miscellaneous ironworker, with at least 1-2 years leading a crew.
- Strong working knowledge of steel erection means and methods, rigging, and signaling.
- Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, shop drawings, and erection plans.
- Working knowledge of OSHA steel erection standards (29 CFR 1926 Subpart R).
- Experience with fall protection systems, crane coordination, and rigging inspection.
- Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to direct a crew under schedule pressure.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to job sites in Michigan as needed.