Ironworker Foreman

LJ Metal Works LLC; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

401(k)

Per diem provided

Retirement plan

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

L.J. Metal Works LLC is seeking an experienced Ironworker Foreman to lead crews on structural steel and miscellaneous metals projects across the East Coast. Our office is based in Wilmington, NC, but projects span the East Coast with most work along the coast.

We offer full‑time, steady work with a competitive hourly rate and a strong team culture. Benefits include health care, retirement, per diem, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience as an Ironworker Foreman OR
• 3–5 years of ironworker experience with leadership ability
• Strong knowledge of structural steel and miscellaneous metals installation
• Ability to manage crews and maintain job site safety
• Willingness to travel for projects
• Strong work ethic and reliability

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate ironworker crews on active job sites
• Install structural steel, reinforcing steel, miscellaneous metals, and related components
• Enforce OSHA and company safety standards
• Coordinate daily tasks and maintain productivity on-site
• Communicate with project managers and field leadership
• Read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings
• Ensure quality workmanship and project completion timelines are met

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Willingness to travel

Reliability

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance

Job Description

L.J. Metal Works – Wilmington, NC $27–$30 an hour | Full-time | Travel Required

L.J. Metal Works is seeking an experienced and motivated Ironworker Foreman to lead crews on structural steel and miscellaneous metals projects throughout the East Coast. Our office is based in Wilmington, NC, but our work takes us across the country with most projects located along the East Coast.

We are a fast-growing company with a younger crew and strong team culture. We’re looking for hardworking individuals who want more than just a job — we want people looking for a long‑term career and a company to grow with.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate ironworker crews on active job sites
• Install structural steel, reinforcing steel, miscellaneous metals, and related components
• Enforce OSHA and company safety standards
• Coordinate daily tasks and maintain productivity on‑site
• Communicate with project managers and field leadership
• Read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings
• Ensure quality workmanship and project completion timelines are met

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience as an Ironworker Foreman OR
• 3–5 years of ironworker experience with leadership ability
• Strong knowledge of structural steel and miscellaneous metals installation
• Ability to manage crews and maintain job site safety
• Willingness to travel for projects
• Strong work ethic and reliability

Benefits

• $27–$30/hour based on experience
• Per diem provided
• Health care benefits
• Retirement plan
• Opportunities for advancement
• Full‑time, steady work
• Room to grow within a rapidly expanding company

Schedule

• 5 days per week
• Full‑time
• Travel required depending on project location

Why Work With Us?

At L.J. Metal Works, we’re building a company people can grow with long term. Our team is younger, driven, and eager to keep expanding. We’re looking for dependable people who want to call this their forever home and be part of something growing fast.

Apply today to join the L.J. Metal Works team.