General Foreman - Sheetmetal

Job Title: General Foreman - Sheetmetal

Rec #: 5097

Location: Dallas, TX

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $29.00 - $38.00 hourly

Company Introduction

This opportunity is with one of the nation's largest mechanical and electrical contracting firms, with more than 75 years of experience delivering innovative HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and electrical solutions. The company specializes in major construction projects for hyperscale data centers, hospitals, life sciences facilities, and high-rise commercial buildings, earning a reputation for safety, precision, and high-quality workmanship.

The company fosters a collaborative, growth-focused culture where employees refine their skills, share knowledge, and advance within a supportive team environment.

Role Overview

The General Foreman - Sheetmetal oversees multiple foremen and crews on assigned projects, directing the sheet metal workforce to execute the work safely, efficiently, and to standard. The role sets production expectations across crews, allocates labor and equipment where the schedule demands it, and holds the foremen accountable for quality and safety on their own crews.

Acting as the link between field supervision and project leadership, the General Foreman coordinates with the superintendent on manpower and material needs, resolves conflicts between crews and other trades, and develops foremen and journeymen into the next level of leadership.

Core Responsibilities

1. Facilitate a safe work culture.
2. Ensure crew members adhere to the standards for safe working conditions and are fit for work each day.
3. Conduct weekly "toolbox" talks.
4. Provide answers to technical safety questions or seek answers from a competent authority.
5. Participate in safety/incident investigations and reviews.
6. Complete incident and other safety reports within appropriate timeframe.
7. Ensure work area is consistently clean, safe, and organized.
8. Ensure new crew members are oriented to the job.
9. Assess competency and capability of each crew member.
10. Establish benchmarks to ensure that each crew member meets required levels of quality and productivity.
11. Assign individual and crew tasks.
12. Coordinate on-the-job training for apprentices.
13. Facilitate mentoring of apprentices by journeymen.
14. Set and maintain work standards.
15. Outline behavioral expectations to ensure crew morale and productivity remain positive.
16. Promote, support, and facilitate teamwork.
17. Perform related craftwork along with crew.
18. Understand project plans and schedules.
19. Ensure the crew's daily and weekly activities meet production goals.
20. Identify and/or verify that all tools and materials required by the crew are available and complete.
21. Identify needs and deficiencies in the plan/schedule and communicate these to the appropriate persons.
22. Translate general work requirements into a prioritized plan for individual tasks and assignments.
23. Review and adjust specific project activities and task schedules to meet established production schedules.
24. Advise superintendent of equipment and material shortages.
25. Work with the crew to overcome work challenges.
26. Resolve or report any scheduling conflicts with other crews and contractors to the appropriate persons.
27. Ensure that completed work meets standards.
28. Recommend work processes that will improve productivity and product quality.
29. Ensure the crew works to job specifications and follows the plans/blueprints.
30. Inspect completed work and initiate timely resolutions to any problems.
31. Prepare reports as required.
32. Maintain foreman's log or diary.
33. Ensure Task Hazard Analysis (THA) is performed and recorded daily at the start of the shift and before any tasks are performed.
34. Assist superintendent with determining project production and work progress.
35. Assist superintendent with completing quality reports.
36. Maintain accurate, daily timekeeping records.
37. Document late starts, early outs, and absences.
38. Recommend personnel actions such as hiring, promotions, and discipline.
39. Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Required Background

1. Familiarity with other construction trades and crafts
2. Knowledge and understanding of OSHA safety regulations as well as company safety policies and procedures
3. Strong leadership and supervisory skills
4. Strong oral and written communication skills
5. Ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts
6. Ability to manage differences and diversity at the workplace
7. Strong planning and scheduling skills
8. Ability to handle administrative duties of position, including completion of required documents
9. Effective use of computers and other technology
10. High school degree or equivalent
11. 8+ years' experience as a qualified tradesperson, including prior experience as a Foreman
12. OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
13. Employment is contingent upon active membership in the appropriate local trade union

Compensation & Perks

1. Competitive salary based on experience
2. 401(k) plan with company match
3. Medical, dental, and vision insurance
4. Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability
5. Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance
6. Disability income protection insurance
7. Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
8. Paid parental leave
9. Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
10. Training and professional development opportunities
11. Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
12. Path for advancement into senior and leadership roles