General Foreman

Bilfinger North America; Point Comfort (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bilfinger North America seeks a General Foreman to direct several foremen on petrochemical plant construction and maintenance, coordinating efforts for timely, safe, and quality completion while prioritizing limited manpower and equipment. You will oversee crews, train workers, and ensure compliance with safety, quality controls, and documentation.

Requires 8 years of relevant experience, ability to write reports in proper English, and a valid TWIC card.

Qualifications

• Must be able to write reports and letters with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
• Must be able to speak English clearly to an audience.
• 7 to 10 years of job training/experience required.
• Must have a TWIC card.
• Must be able to pass required training and hair follicle.
• This site DOES NOT OFFER per diem.

Responsibilities

• Directs the activities of multiple foremen and workers, knowing each crew member’s limitations, and provides guidance to help them perform safely and efficiently.
• Plans and executes portions of the job as directed.
• May supervise Steam-Fitter Supervisors and Pipe-Fitter Supervisors as needed.
• Supervisor is responsible for quality control and all required documentation.

Skills

English communication

Leadership

Report writing

Job description

Bilfinger is an international industrial services provider with a vision to be the No. 1 for its customers in enhancing efficiency and sustainability within the process industry. Bilfinger’s comprehensive portfolio spans the entire value chain, from consulting & engineering to prefabrication & installation, access & insulation, and services that improve the asset performance of industrial plants.

The company operates in three geography-based segments: Western Europe, Central Europe, and International, with primary activities in Europe, North America, and the Middle East. Its process industry customers come from markets such as chemicals & petrochemicals, energy, oil & gas, and pharma & biopharma. With over 32,000 employees, Bilfinger upholds the highest standards of safety and quality, generating revenue of more than €5 billion in the financial year 2024. To achieve its goals, Bilfinger has identified two strategic levers: enhancing Operational Excellence to boost internal efficiency, and Market Expansion to strengthen customer focus and establish Bilfinger as the preferred partner.

GENERAL FOREMAN

Primary Purpose

These individuals must possess the skill and knowledge to direct several foremen in the execution of differing scopes of work in a fashion that coordinates their efforts toward a timely, safe, and quality completion of the project. They must be able to prioritize limited manpower, and equipment needs to accomplish the most efficient use for the client. They must also have a basic understanding of administrative procedures and requirements.

Typical Duties

Assigns workers to specific duties. Inspects completed processing systems to determine conformance to specifications. Trains new workers in use of equipment and tools. Performs duties as described under Supervisor. May supervise workers engaged in working in high-pressure systems and be designated Steam-Fitter Supervisor. May supervise workers engaged in maintenance and repair work, and be designated Pipe-Fitter Supervisor, Maintenance; Steam-Fitter Supervisor, Maintenance. Directs the activities of multiple foremen and workers, knowing each crew member’s limitations, and provides suggestions to crew using personal experience and knowledge to help them understand the proper and safe methods of performance. Plans and executes portions of the job as directed. Has eight (8) years of previous experience in petrochemical plant construction and maintenance and has demonstrated extensive leadership skills. Supervisor is responsible for quality control and all required documentation.

Requirements

• The worker must be able to write reports and letters with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
• The worker must be able to speak, using correct English before an audience with poise, voice control, and confidence.
• The amount of specific job training required to learn the techniques, information, and facility needed for average performance in this position is from 7 to 10 years.
• Must have a TWIC card.
• Must be able to pass required training and hair follicle.
• This site DOES NOT OFFER per diem.

Bilfinger Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

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