Senior Field Superintendent – Structural Steel & Lifts

Hanover Iron Works, Inc.; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanover Iron Works Inc. is seeking a General Superintendent to lead field operations for structural steel and miscellaneous metals projects.

You will promote proactive safety, manage site foremen, coordinate labor schedules, and ensure compliance with regulatory and safety plans. The role requires 5+ years in structural metals, leadership experience, and travel across the region with potential overnight stays.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in structural steel or miscellaneous metals.
• Leadership experience required.
• Knowledge of AWS D1.1 and SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, GTAW welding processes.
• Experience with Bluebeam, Trimble Connect, Tekla, and 3D Lift Plans.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety through regular safety meetings, training, and leadership.
• Ensure field operations comply with regulatory requirements and safety plans.
• Lead site foremen and field installation for structural steel or miscellaneous metals projects.
• Collaborate with contractors and internal teams to align project goals, resources, and resolution of issues.
• Coordinate weekly labor schedule and delivery of equipment and materials for each job site.
• Guide leaders in implementing company policies and representing company values.
• Provide expertise and resources in field erection and installation.
• Monitor and report on project progress.
• Apply knowledge of the quality system and standards during planning and execution.
• Forecast labor needs and coordinate staffing and recruitment.
• Generate and coordinate crane plans and lift plans.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Safety leadership

Welding processes knowledge

Tools

Bluebeam

Trimble Connect

Tekla

3D Lift Plans

Job description

Hanover Iron Works Inc. is seeking a General Superintendent to lead field operations for structural steel and miscellaneous metals projects.

You will promote proactive safety, manage site foremen, coordinate labor schedules, and ensure compliance with regulatory and safety plans. The role requires 5+ years in structural metals, leadership experience, and travel across the region with potential overnight stays.