Foreman
POSITION TITLE: Foreman
REPORTS TO: Field Manager/Operations
Scaffold Resource has been a fixture and steady force in the Mid-Atlantic region’s scaffold and vertical access industry for more than two decades. Created in 1998, Scaffold Resource has grown in its ability to provide a vast array of vertical access services. It has successfully accomplished this task while expanding its customer base and project capabilities to meet the demands of every conceivable challenge it has been contracted to complete.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position reports to the Field Manager and is responsible for supervising scaffold crews in the field for the erection, modification, and dismantling of all scaffold systems. The Scaffold Foreman ensures work is performed in compliance with safety standards, project requirements, and company policies. Daily responsibilities include worksite supervision, crew training, job execution, and customer coordination. Scaffold Foremen are key leaders on site and are accountable for job performance, crew safety, field paperwork, and job progress communication with the Field Manager.
Project Execution & Supervision:
• Supervise scaffold crews on active job sites during scaffold erection, modification, and dismantle.
• Interpret scaffold drawings and work plans, ensuring crews follow specifications and schedules.
• Coordinate with Field Managers, customers, and site superintendents to align tasks with overall project goals.
• Lead the project kickoff with assigned crew to communicate scope, hazard plans, and execution timeline.
• Monitor scaffold build integrity and jobsite compliance with internal QA standards and customer requirements.
• Track scope changes and notify Field Managers of any delays, change orders, or additional requested work.
Worksite Safety & Compliance:
• Act as the Competent Person per OSHA standards for scaffold erection and fall protection.
• Lead weekly toolbox talks, stretch-and-flex programs, and job hazard analysis walkthroughs.
• Conduct scaffold inspections for build integrity and site safety.
• Enforce PPE usage, scaffold tie-off policies, and safe material handling practices.
• Immediately correct unsafe behaviors or conditions and report incidents or injuries to the Safety Team & Field Manager.
Labor, Equipment, and Material Coordination:
• Submit material lists and verify readiness of components/tools for their ongoing projects.
• Coordinate with shipping/receiving and scaffold yard to manage daily material requirements. • Track and document materials, inventory returns, and loss discrepancies on each job.
• Maintain cleanliness and order of site laydown areas and staging zones.
• Ensure all scaffold components are returned and accounted for post-job.
Performance Monitoring & Administrative Duties:
• Complete daily crew clock in and productivity updates using WorkMax or other digital platforms.
• Provide input to the Field Manager on crew performance, safety concerns, and site efficiency.
• Conduct on-the-job training for new hires and coach team on standard build procedures.
• Support adherence to customer expectations and company performance goals.
• Document change orders, T&M tickets, and material overages for tracking by Field Manager.
