Lead Structural Welder & Field Foreman

Acadian Contractors Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadian Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Structural Welder Foreman in Cocoa, FL to oversee welding operations within the structural shop. The foreman will supervise welders, fitters, and helpers, coordinate workflow, and ensure safety and quality standards are met on site.

The role requires leadership, strong welding experience, and the ability to read blueprints. Prior foreman or crew leadership experience is strongly preferred, with a focus on offshore construction standards and high workmanship.

Qualifications

• 2+ years welding experience in structural or pipe welding
• Experience supervising welders and helpers on site
• Strong knowledge of welding procedures and safety standards
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret ISO drawings

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise welders, fitters, and helpers on site with clear instructions
• Monitor performance, timelines, and safety compliance
• Coordinate materials, equipment, and manpower with project managers
• Conduct pre-job briefings and safety meetings; enforce policies
• Inspect welds for conformance to specs and procedures; ensure quality control
• Maintain daily progress records and weld logs for management and client review
• Act as primary liaison between field crew and project leadership
• Provide hands-on training and mentorship to junior welders and helpers
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings accurately
• Tag fabricated items with job numbers and identification

Skills

Welding

Team leadership

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Job description

Acadian Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Structural Welder Foreman in Cocoa, FL to oversee welding operations within the structural shop. The foreman will supervise welders, fitters, and helpers, coordinate workflow, and ensure safety and quality standards are met on site.

The role requires leadership, strong welding experience, and the ability to read blueprints. Prior foreman or crew leadership experience is strongly preferred, with a focus on offshore construction standards and high workmanship.