Travel Commercial Foreman — Lead Nationwide Projects

Empire Netting and Fence; Waverly (NE); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Empire Netting and Fence seeks a Travel Commercial Foreman who can lead crews installing commercial fences, railings, gates, and related systems across the country. You’ll read blueprints, plan ahead, and keep projects moving on schedule and budget while holding your team accountable.

This role travels ~75% of the time, pays $26–$35 per hour, and includes hotel accommodations and a $60 per diem. You’ll mentor your crew, manage safety and quality, and advance your leadership career in a hands-on

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• U.S. work authorization.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Experience leading and managing construction crews.
• Strong blueprint-reading and jobsite layout skills.
• Experience with hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment such as skid loaders and telescoping boom lifts.
• OSHA 10 with willingness to work toward OSHA 30; OSHA 30 preferred.
• Class A CDL is preferred.
• Ability to travel approximately 75% of the time.
• Flexibility to work Monday-Friday, weekends when required, 8-12 hour shifts, and overtime when projects demand it.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs. unassisted and perform physical construction work in varying weather conditions, at heights, and in demanding jobsite environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews installing commercial fences, railings, gates, and related systems across the country.
• Lead, coach, train, and develop your crew.
• Plan daily work and keep projects moving toward schedule and budget goals.
• Read and interpret blueprints, layouts, and grade stakes.
• Review jobsite layouts and verify utility markings and one-call requirements.
• Calculate concrete requirements accurately.
• Forecast manpower, materials, equipment, and upcoming jobsite needs.
• Coordinate material and equipment deliveries.
• Communicate daily progress and jobsite needs with Superintendents and Project Managers.
• Operate and supervise the use of skid loaders, telescoping boom lifts, and other equipment.
• Maintain equipment, vehicles, tools, and an organized jobsite.
• Identify problems early and take ownership of finding solutions.
• Maintain Empire's expectations for safety, workmanship, and housekeeping.
• Complete crew evaluations, including 60-day and other performance evaluations.
• Handle corrective actions when necessary.
• Help your crew understand not only what needs to happen, but why.
• Lead by example every day.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Jobsite layout

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness (OSHA 10)

Travel readiness

Physical strength (80 lbs)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Heavy equipment operation (skid loaders, telescoping boom lifts)

Job description

Empire Netting and Fence seeks a Travel Commercial Foreman who can lead crews installing commercial fences, railings, gates, and related systems across the country. You’ll read blueprints, plan ahead, and keep projects moving on schedule and budget while holding your team accountable.

This role travels ~75% of the time, pays $26–$35 per hour, and includes hotel accommodations and a $60 per diem. You’ll mentor your crew, manage safety and quality, and advance your leadership career in a hands-on