Metals Foreman - Stairs & Railings Field Lead

Qualdoc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck

Gas card

Job summary

Qualdoc is seeking an experienced Miscellaneous Metals Foreman to lead field crews—overseeing stairs, rails, and other metalwork. You will coordinate with the General Contractor, review blueprints, and manage safety, quality, and materials on active sites near Georgetown and Washington, DC.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, blueprint literacy, and welding process knowledge (SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, GTAW) with relevant certifications or weld-test eligibility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of miscellaneous metals experience preferred.
• Foreman or field supervisor experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and safety documentation.
• Strong practical math skills, including angles and measurements.
• Working knowledge of AWS D1.1.
• Experience with welding processes: SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, GTAW, and weld test eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily work for crews installing stairs, railings, and miscellaneous metals.
• Coordinate installation activities with the General Contractor and site personnel.
• Review blueprints and establish proper layout for installation.
• Plan crew assignments and organize materials and tools for efficient production.
• Check crew certifications and ensure required qualifications are maintained.
• Enforce site safety rules, PPE requirements, and project-specific safety plans.
• Conduct and review Tool-Box Talks and reinforce safe work practices.
• Complete daily field and vehicle inspection reports.
• Monitor the condition and availability of tools, equipment, and service vehicles.
• Act as the on-site safety representative and primary field contact for installation activities.
• Maintain quality standards throughout the project.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Math skills

AWS D1.1

Welding knowledge

Fabrication supervision

Job description

Qualdoc is seeking an experienced Miscellaneous Metals Foreman to lead field crews—overseeing stairs, rails, and other metalwork. You will coordinate with the General Contractor, review blueprints, and manage safety, quality, and materials on active sites near Georgetown and Washington, DC.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, blueprint literacy, and welding process knowledge (SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, GTAW) with relevant certifications or weld-test eligibility.