Steel Erection Foreman – Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings

Jobtailor; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned Construction Supervisor specializing in steel erection and PEMB systems to lead multi-crew field operations on large-scale projects. You will drive safety, quality, and productivity by coordinating kickoff meetings, crane operations, and daily crew expectations, while mentoring staff and ensuring documentation and compliance.

This on-site role requires strong leadership, blueprint literacy, and the ability to work at heights.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in steel erection or metal building construction
• Proven experience erecting pre-engineered metal buildings
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and scopes of work
• Experience working with cranes and signaling hoisting operations
• Comfortable working at heights 50–100+ feet
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask in fast-paced, multi-crew environments
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a company vehicle
• OSHA 10 (required or ability to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Lead daily jobsite kickoffs covering scope, sequencing, safety, and schedule
• Coordinate crew start times, locations, and daily expectations
• Ensure crews have proper tools, materials, and training to perform safely and efficiently
• Supervise erection of PEMB systems, including structural steel, insulation, and exterior steel
• Maintain high-quality standards while prioritizing jobsite safety
• Manage equipment, machinery, and crane coordination
• Approve timecards and track labor productivity
• Complete required documentation including timesheets, work orders, and incident reports
• Train, mentor, and evaluate crew members
• Participate in hiring, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions as needed
• Communicate job completion status for invoicing and operations coordination

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Team Coordination

Tools

Cranes and Hoisting Operations

Machinery Management

Blueprint Reading

Job description

• Lead daily jobsite kickoffs covering scope, sequencing, safety, and schedule
• Coordinate crew start times, locations, and daily expectations
• Ensure crews have proper tools, materials, and training to perform safely and efficiently
• Supervise erection of PEMB systems, including structural steel, insulation, and exterior steel
• Maintain high-quality standards while prioritizing jobsite safety
• Manage equipment, machinery, and crane coordination
• Approve timecards and track labor productivity
• Complete required documentation including timesheets, work orders, and incident reports
• Train, mentor, and evaluate crew members
• Participate in hiring, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions as needed
• Communicate job completion status for invoicing and operations coordination

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in steel erection or metal building construction
• Proven experience erecting pre-engineered metal buildings
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and scopes of work
• Experience working with cranes and signaling hoisting operations
• Comfortable working at heights 50–100+ feet
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask in fast-paced, multi-crew environments
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a company vehicle
• OSHA 10 (required or ability to obtain)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in steel erection and metal building construction, with a strong focus on safety, quality standards, and crew management. Proficient in coordinating operations, reading blueprints, and ensuring efficient jobsite execution.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Steel Erection
• Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings
• Blueprint Interpretation
• Cranes and Hoisting Operations
• OSHA 10 Certification

Hard Skills

• Steel Erection
• Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings
• Blueprint Interpretation
• Cranes and Hoisting Operations
• Jobsite Safety Management
• Labor Productivity Tracking
• Documentation Completion
• Crew Training and Mentoring
• Performance Reviews
• Timecard Approval

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Multitasking
• Team Coordination

Certifications & Qualifications

• OSHA 10 Certification
• Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

• Metal Building Construction
• PEMB Systems
• Jobsite Kickoffs
• Safety Standards
• Incident Reporting

Tools & Technologies

• Construction Tools
• Safety Equipment
• Machinery Management
• Crane Coordination