Foreman

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Bayou La Batre (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

EAP/Life

STD/LTD

401(k) with company match

Vacation/Sick accrual and holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee referral program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Birdon America, Inc. is seeking a Pipe Foreman for our Bayou La Batre, AL shipyard to oversee pipefitters and related personnel on the construction of a Coast Guard vessel.

You will manage daily activities, read blueprints, and coordinate with project managers and other trades to ensure safe, quality installations. The role requires extensive pipefitting experience with supervisory background, strong leadership and communication skills, and familiarity with OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of pipefitting experience with supervisory experience preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of commercial and industrial piping systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and construction documents.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements and industry best practices.
• Experience coordinating multiple crews and projects simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily activities of pipefitters, welders, and pipe department personnel.
• Plan, organize, and schedule manpower, equipment, and materials to meet project deadlines.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, drawings, and contract documents.
• Coordinate piping installations with project managers, general contractors, and other trades.
• Ensure all piping systems are installed according to applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections to verify workmanship and quality control standards.
• Monitor productivity and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate pipe department personnel.
• Order and track materials, tools, and equipment required for project completion.
• Maintain job site safety and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.
• Troubleshoot installation issues and develop effective solutions in the field.
• Participate in project meetings and provide progress updates to management.
• Complete and submit daily reports, timekeeping records, and project documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

OSHA knowledge

Project coordination

Communication

Team management

Job description

Pipe Foreman

This position is located On-site in our Bayou La Batre, AL location.

Birdon America, Inc. is seeking an Pipe Department Foreman to join our growing team at our Bayou La Batre, Alabama shipyard. This is a great opportunity for you to provide your knowledge and skills to a growing company in building a new Coast Guard vessel.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily activities of pipefitters, welders, and pipe department personnel.
• Plan, organize, and schedule manpower, equipment, and materials to meet project deadlines.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, drawings, and contract documents.
• Coordinate piping installations with project managers, general contractors, and other trades.
• Ensure all piping systems are installed according to applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections to verify workmanship and quality control standards.
• Monitor productivity and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate pipe department personnel.
• Order and track materials, tools, and equipment required for project completion.
• Maintain job site safety and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.
• Troubleshoot installation issues and develop effective solutions in the field.
• Participate in project meetings and provide progress updates to management.
• Complete and submit daily reports, timekeeping records, and project documentation.

Qualifications / Skills / Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of pipefitting experience, with supervisory or foreman experience preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of commercial and industrial piping systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and construction documents.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements and industry best practices.
• Experience coordinating multiple crews and projects simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Birdon offers a full benefits package including:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• EAP/Life
• STD/LTD
• 401(k) with company match (pre- and post-tax options)
• Vacation/Sick accrual and holiday pay
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee referral program
• Pet Insurance

Birdon is committed to the HEALTH and SAFETY of our workforce and to the ENVIRONMENT we expect this same commitment from all employees.

Birdon America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Know Your Rights. The Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company's written Affir… plan is available for inspection upon request by emailing [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact [e-mail] for further