Foreman in Deer Park, Texas at Taurus Industrial Group

Summary

The Foreman is responsible for supervising and coordinating daily field activities for industrial construction, maintenance, turnaround, and outage projects. This position provides direct oversight of assigned craft personnel, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards. The Foreman works closely with Superintendents, General Foremen, Project Management, HSE, and Quality personnel to coordinate manpower, materials, equipment, and daily work activities. This position is responsible for crew productivity, safe work practices, quality workmanship, and timely completion of assigned work.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; technical or craft training desirable.
• Minimum five (5) years of industrial construction, maintenance, or related craft experience.
• Previous experience in a Foreman, Lead Craft, or comparable supervisory position preferred.
• Experience in refinery, petrochemical, chemical, power generation, or other heavy industrial environments.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, piping, welding, structural, or other applicable industrial craft activities.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, P&IDs, isometrics, and work packages relevant to assigned work.
• Knowledge of applicable OSHA, Company, customer, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Experience coordinating manpower, materials, equipment, and daily work activities.
• NCCER or other applicable craft certifications preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet Company driver eligibility requirements when driving is required.
• Ability to travel and work overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts as operational needs dictate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of industrial construction, maintenance, turnaround, and outage operations.
• Knowledge of applicable craft practices, tools, equipment, materials, and installation procedures.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate craft personnel to complete assigned work safely and efficiently.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, work packages, and customer requirements.
• Knowledge of manpower planning, work sequencing, productivity, and daily scheduling.
• Ability to identify field conflicts, material shortages, equipment deficiencies, and other operational concerns.
• Understanding of industrial safety requirements, including permitting, lockout/tagout, confined space, fall protection, and hot work.
• Knowledge of applicable quality standards, inspection requirements, and workmanship expectations.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to provide clear instructions, monitor employee performance, and maintain crew accountability.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Superintendents, Project Management, HSE, Quality, and customer representatives.
• Basic computer skills necessary to complete timesheets, daily reports, and other required documentation.

Essential Functions

• Supervise and direct daily activities of assigned craft personnel on industrial construction, maintenance, turnaround, and outage projects.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate daily work assignments, manpower, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Review drawings, specifications, work packages, and project schedules to establish daily work priorities.
• Assign tasks and communicate work expectations, safety requirements, and productivity goals to crew members.
• Monitor work progress, crew productivity, and manpower utilization to ensure timely completion of assigned activities.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with applicable drawings, specifications, approved procedures, and quality requirements.
• Conduct daily pre-job meetings, toolbox talks, and Job Safety Analyses/Job Hazard Analyses.
• Enforce Company and customer safety policies and immediately address unsafe conditions or work practices.
• Verify employees have the required training, qualifications, permits, and equipment necessary to perform assigned tasks.
• Coordinate with Superintendents and other craft supervisors to resolve scheduling conflicts, manpower needs, and work-area constraints.
• Identify and communicate material shortages, equipment deficiencies, potential delays, and other project concerns.
• Coordinate with HSE and Quality personnel regarding inspections, testing, safety concerns, and corrective actions.
• Inspect completed work to verify workmanship, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements.
• Monitor employee attendance, work hours, performance, and adherence to Company policies.
• Complete and submit accurate daily reports, employee timesheets, manpower records, and other required project documentation.
• Provide coaching, technical guidance, and performance feedback to assigned craft personnel.
• Assist with employee training, workforce development, and recommendations for corrective action when necessary.
• Maintain effective communication with supervisors, customers, subcontractors, and other project personnel.
• Ensure proper use, inspection, maintenance, and accountability of assigned tools and equipment.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas throughout project execution.
• Support project completion, punch-list activities, equipment turnover, and demobilization as required.
• Perform other duties consistent with the responsibilities of the position.

Physical Demands

• Ability to regularly stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, reach, and move throughout active industrial and construction sites.
• Ability to walk and work on uneven terrain, gravel, concrete, grating, scaffolding access areas, and other industrial surfaces.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders to access and supervise work areas.
• Ability to work at various elevations and access confined or restricted areas when properly trained and authorized.
• Ability to visually inspect construction activities, drawings, materials, equipment, and completed work.
• Ability to communicate effectively in environments with moderate to elevated noise levels.
• Ability to wear required PPE for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull tools, materials, or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform administrative and computer-based work associated with daily reporting, timekeeping, and project documentation.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varying environmental and weather conditions.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in active industrial environments, including refineries, petrochemical and chemical facilities, power generation facilities, fabrication shops, construction sites, and customer locations. The employee may work around operating machinery, piping systems, welding and cutting activities, cranes, scaffolding, mobile equipment, chemicals, elevated noise levels, dust, fumes, heat, cold, and changing weather conditions. The position requires frequent interaction with craft personnel, field supervision, Project Management, HSE, Quality, and customer representatives. Travel to project and customer locations may be required. Work schedules may include extended shifts, overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, outages, and turnarounds. Employees must comply with all Company, customer, and site-specific safety requirements and wear appropriate PPE.