Ironworker (Structural) Foreman

Primary Function(s) Supervises and coordinates the activities of ironworkers, welders, and riggers engaged in raising, placing, and uniting structural-steel members. Responsible for crew safety, productivity, blueprint interpretation, and quality assurance within a refinery, turnaround, or heavy industrial environment. Typical Duties Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its Core ValuesAlways represent the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and EthicsDirects, schedules, and supervises a crew of Journeymen and Apprentice Ironworkers to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and within budgetInterprets structural blueprints, fabrication drawings, and rigging plans; plans for daily work sequences, material staging, and equipment utilizationConducts daily Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and tool-box safety meetings. Identifies job site hazards, implements immediate corrective actions, and ensures 100% compliance with OSHA, client, and company safety rules. Oversees complex rigging layouts and critical lift plans, ensuring proper crane signaling, capacity limits, and safety boundaries are maintainedVerifies that structural alignment (plumb, level, square), permanent bolting/torqueing, and field welding meet strict engineering specs and code requirementsCoordinates with site supervisors, crane operators, and other crafts to prevent logistical conflicts and ensure required tools, materials, and equipment are availableTracks crew hours, documents daily progress logs, and reports work-completed milestones directly to project supervision or managementAnalyze complex structural ironwork projects and recommend alternative strategies to complete the same projectReviewing project status reports prepared by the general foreman and reallocating resources to ensure projects are completed on timePerform all other job-related duties as requested by management Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Journeyman Ironworker, with at least one (1) to two (2) years of proven experience in a Foreman or supervisory role within refinery maintenance, turnarounds, data centers or heavy industrial constructionAdvanced proficiency in reading structural blueprints, weld symbols, and industrial rigging manualsStrong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills to manage crew dynamics and interface with clientsMust hold or successfully complete craft test or the NCCER Ironworker Foreman or Journeyman Ironworker certificationMust have a good understanding of Matrix Service policies and procedures. Completes the Matrix Service Safety training, Process Safety Management training, S.T.A.R.T. Class and Client / Site specific training Must obtain and maintain active, compliant status within the DISA drug testing programMust have a current and active driver's license Subject to random drug screeningsMust pass a pre-employment background check Physical Requirements Requires walking, standing, and climbing throughout the site to supervise work areas and conduct safety audits.Requires excellent verbal and auditory communication to direct crews, issue safety warnings, and use two-way radios in loud industrial environmentsMay be required to climb ladders, stairs, and scaffolding to inspect work performed at heights up to 300 feet utilizing proper fall protectionRequires acute vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, and depth perception to inspect welds, alignments, and rigging configurationsWill use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, pull objects, materials, piping and toolsEmployees will be standing, walking, bending, squatting and liftingEmployees must be able to hear, speak, understand and communicate effectivelyMay be required to lift, carry and move up to 50 lbsWill work at slight heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work from platforms using the appropriate fall protection requirementsMust be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind for long periods of time up to 12 hours a dayWill be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots In addition, full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance. At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a culture of engagement, respect, collaboration and teamwork. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore by joining our organization. EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis