Lead Heavy-Lift Rigging Foreman

barnhart-crane-rigging; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision after 90 days

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Safety-first culture

Access to industry-leading equipment

Job summary

Barnhart is seeking a Rigging Foreman to lead field crews on heavy lift and rigging projects across North America. You will supervise operations, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate equipment, manpower, and materials to meet project timelines.

This role demands hands-on leadership in the field and close collaboration with project management and customers. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in rigging or crane operations and proven supervisory experience, with strong communication skills and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of rigging, machinery moving, crane operations or related heavy industrial work.
• Previous leadership, crew lead, superintendent, or foreman experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid drivers license.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime as needed.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise crews on heavy lift, rigging, machinery moving and specialized transportation projects.
• Direct daily field operations with safety, productivity and quality in mind.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment and materials to meet schedules safely and efficiently.
• Work with Project Managers to identify and resolve operational challenges affecting productivity or scheduling.
• Inspect lifting, rigging, gantry, jacking and machinery moving equipment for safe operation.
• Communicate with customers, contractors and project stakeholders in the field.
• Participate in pre-project planning meetings and assist with job execution strategies.
• Lead daily planning discussions and communicate work plans and safety requirements.
• Maintain project documentation and daily activity records.
• Ensure proper care and maintenance of cranes and lifting systems.

Skills

Valid drivers license

Leadership experience

Communication

Crew coordination

Field operations

Willing to travel & overtime

Drug screen & background check

Tools

Cranes and rigging equipment

Job description

Barnhart is seeking a Rigging Foreman to lead field crews on heavy lift and rigging projects across North America. You will supervise operations, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate equipment, manpower, and materials to meet project timelines.

This role demands hands-on leadership in the field and close collaboration with project management and customers. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in rigging or crane operations and proven supervisory experience, with strong communication skills and