Senior Ironworker Foreman: Structural Steel & Rigging Lead

Messer Construction Co.; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EGC Construction is seeking an Ironworker Foreman with 8+ years of ironworking experience, including leadership responsibilities. The role focuses on leading field crews in structural steel erection, rigging, and pipe support installation on industrial projects in Newport, KY.

The ideal candidate will read structural drawings, coordinate with millwrights and welders, and enforce safety regulations on site. OSHA 10 certification and NCCER Ironworker or Rigging certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 8+ years ironworking experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• NCCER Ironworker or Rigging Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee field crews for structural steel erection, rigging, setting and support activities.
• Act as on-site leader for ironwork operations, coordinating daily tasks, managing crew performance, and collaborating with project management to maintain smooth jobsite execution.
• Provide training, coaching, and mentorship to crew members.
• Read and interpret structural drawings, piping supports, blueprints, and specifications.
• Oversee structural steel erection, pipe support installation, fabrication, rigging and layout work.
• Coordinate with millwrights, pipefitters, welders and other trades to maintain workflow.
• Enforce all safety regulations, including fall protection, rigging standards, and hazard controls.
• Complete Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and incident reports as required.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

EGC Construction is seeking an Ironworker Foreman with 8+ years of ironworking experience, including leadership responsibilities. The role focuses on leading field crews in structural steel erection, rigging, and pipe support installation on industrial projects in Newport, KY.

The ideal candidate will read structural drawings, coordinate with millwrights and welders, and enforce safety regulations on site. OSHA 10 certification and NCCER Ironworker or Rigging certification are preferred.