Instrument Foreman I: On‑Site Construction Lead

Yates Construction; Mississippi; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Yates Construction is seeking a Foreman to oversee construction activities, monitor quality and safety, and provide planning and direction to the assigned crew. This first-level supervisory role works with the General Foreman to lead craft workers and coordinate work for safe, productive outcomes.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints and P&IDs, enforcing safety procedures, managing timesheets, and producing progress and quality reports.

Qualifications

• Eight or more years of construction experience.
• Six or more years in craft-classified roles.
• At least two years of supervisory experience for external hires.
• Formal education or certification in construction or trade; NCCER Certification Plus preferred.
• English reading/writing/speaking at Level II.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and brief crew on daily work.
• Plan tasks and supervise crew for quality and productivity.
• Ensure familiarity with job site safety plan and enforce safe practices.
• Maintain timesheets and prepare quality/quantity reports.
• Read blueprints, P&IDs, and ISO drawings; ensure compliance.
• Develop short-range look-ahead plans and monitor progress.
• Attend meetings and participate in safety training and inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Quality oversight

Communication

Education

NCCER Certification Plus

Tools

P&IDs

Blueprints

ISO drawings

Job description

Yates Construction is seeking a Foreman to oversee construction activities, monitor quality and safety, and provide planning and direction to the assigned crew. This first-level supervisory role works with the General Foreman to lead craft workers and coordinate work for safe, productive outcomes.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints and P&IDs, enforcing safety procedures, managing timesheets, and producing progress and quality reports.