Ironworker Foreman

About the role

The Team Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX, specializing in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of Koch Engineered Solutions (KES), a diverse organization offering various capabilities across multiple sectors. Established in 1980, OPD has built a solid reputation for reliability, integrity, and project execution excellence.

Responsibilities

• Strong knowledge of structural iron, rigging, tools, procedures, safe lifting, and best practices.
• Practical knowledge of structural steel assembly and installation.
• Able to effectively communicate with the rigging team (other riggers and crane operator).
• Familiarity with standard crane hand signals.
• Able to assess weights of loads and equipment needed to lift safely.
• Assigns job duties to the crew and ensures proper training.
• Models safety behavior for the team.
• Enforces OPD and client-specific safety policies and procedures.
• Anticipates and reports potential safety and environmental concerns to the OPD Superintendent.
• Provides records of work completed to the OPD Superintendent.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a foreman or supervisor.
• Knowledgeable of crane signals (hand and verbal).
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Role model for safety.
• Follows company and industry safety procedures and best work practices.
• Able to wear an approved full-body harness and lanyard for elevated platform work.
• Willing and able to travel for extended periods away from home in remote areas.
• Able to attend and/or lead employee safety meetings.
• Able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week.
• Able to meet all physical demands of the job.

What will put you ahead

• Experience in a gas plant construction environment.
• At least 5 years of experience as an ironworker foreman.
• At least 5 years of experience as an ironworker.
• Previous experience in leadership roles focused on safety.
• Experience leading small teams of 10-25 people.

Pay

Compensation details are confidential and contingent on qualifications and experience. For more information, please refer to the hiring philosophy and benefits section.

Schedule

Shifts and workdays are flexible and depend on project requirements. Extended periods away from home may be required.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may include additional programs like infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria vary by geographic region and are outlined in the Summary Plan Descriptions and policies.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equal opportunity employment and provide a supportive work environment for all employees. We are also a Military Ready and Second Chance employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce.