Iron/Rigging General Foreman

About the Role

As an Iron / Rigging General Foreman at Burkes Mechanical, you will lead and oversee all ironworking and rigging activities across the jobsite. This includes planning daily operations, coordinating crews, and ensuring all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project specifications.

You’ll serve as a key connection between field crews and project leadership, helping maintain productivity, safety, and quality across every phase of the job. Learn more about our industrial construction and fabrication services and how we support complex projects across the Southeast.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all ironworking and rigging crews across the jobsite
• Lead foremen by setting daily plans and running morning meetings
• Maintain strong communication with foremen, Superintendent, and Project Manager
• Submit daily foreman reports including manpower, progress, equipment, and safety
• Notify Superintendent immediately of jobsite needs or concerns
• Enforce company safety policies, OSHA standards, and safety programs
• Conduct JSAs, pre-task planning, and toolbox talks
• Stop unsafe work and correct issues immediately
• Ensure proper use and inspection of rigging gear, cranes, and tools
• Monitor productivity, manpower, and schedule performance
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and customer expectations
• Coordinate material delivery, staging, and workflow
• Track tooling and consumables
• Participate in coordination and planning meetings
• Follow and reinforce the chain of command
• Lead by example in safety, work ethic, and professionalism
• Promote accountability by addressing issues quickly and clearly
• Trust, but verify all work being performed

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma required, trade or technical training preferred
• 7+ years of ironworking and rigging experience with leadership background
• Strong knowledge of crane operations and rigging practices
• Working knowledge of OSHA and jobsite safety standards
• Ability to read structural drawings and lift plans
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in industrial or commercial construction environments

Work Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly
• Climb ladders, lifts, and scaffolding
• Work around heavy equipment, noise, and dust
• Stand, walk, bend, and work at heights for extended periods
• Travel to job sites as required
• Provide at least two weeks’ notice for scheduled time off

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Vacation
• Company truck with fuel card
• Per diem based on job site

Safety and Career Development

Safety is foundational at Burkes Mechanical. From daily toolbox talks to strict PPE standards and pre-task planning, we hold every level of the team accountable for maintaining a safe jobsite.

We invest in our people by developing leaders from within, supporting training, and providing opportunities to grow into superintendent and project management roles. If you take pride in leading teams and delivering high-quality work, you’ll fit right in.

Burkes Mechanical is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.