Lead Field Foreman - Heavy Civil Construction

Gibraltar Fabrication; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibraltar Fabrication in Texas is seeking an experienced Construction Foreman to lead field crews on heavy civil and perimeter security projects. This hands-on role combines supervision, scheduling, and safety leadership to keep production on plan.

You will read drawings, coordinate equipment and subcontractors, mentor crews, and ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery in varying outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as working foreman, leadman, or similar field leadership role in heavy civil construction.
• Experience with earthwork, excavation, concrete, structural installation, or infrastructure construction preferred.
• Experience coordinating field crews and heavy equipment operations preferred.
• Experience with perimeter security, fencing, gates, bollards, barriers, or related infrastructure preferred.
• Applicable OSHA training or certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct, and coordinate daily field crew activities.
• Plan daily work activities and coordinate manpower, equipment, tools, and materials.
• Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with drawings, specs, and project requirements.
• Review plans and field conditions to plan and sequence work.
• Track daily production, quantities, labor, equipment usage, and project progress.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure quality standards are met.
• Identify field issues and coordinate with project leadership to resolve problems.
• Coordinate activities with operators, subcontractors, other trades, and project personnel.
• Conduct or support daily safety meetings, pre-task planning, and job hazard assessments.
• Maintain jobsite safety, housekeeping, quality, and schedule performance.
• Communicate daily progress, resource needs, field conditions, and potential issues to project management.
• Perform hands-on construction work as needed to support field operations.
• Mentor and develop crew members while reinforcing safe work practices and performance expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Field coordination

Heavy civil construction

Reading drawings

Planning work

Safety leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Job description

Gibraltar Fabrication in Texas is seeking an experienced Construction Foreman to lead field crews on heavy civil and perimeter security projects. This hands-on role combines supervision, scheduling, and safety leadership to keep production on plan.

You will read drawings, coordinate equipment and subcontractors, mentor crews, and ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery in varying outdoor conditions.