SIPA General Foreman - Austin Industrial - Mcintosh

Austin Industrial provides premier self‑perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft service to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single‑source solutions to our customers in the oil, gas, chemical, food, agriculture, power, and manufacturing industries.

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Austin Industries is seeking an experienced SIPA General Foreman to provide leadership, supervision, and coordination for Scaffolding, Insulation, Painting, and Abatement (SIPA) craft personnel on industrial construction, maintenance, and turnaround projects. The SIPA General Foreman is responsible for ensuring all work is performed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with project specifications and company standards.

This position serves as a front‑line leader responsible for workforce management, productivity, quality control, safety performance, and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and extensive experience managing SIPA crews in refinery, petrochemical, power, chemical, or manufacturing environments.

• Direct and supervise SIPA Foremen, Leadmen, and craft personnel.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate daily work activities to maximize productivity.
• Assign crews and resources based on project priorities and workforce capabilities.
• Monitor crew performance and provide coaching, mentoring, and development.
• Promote teamwork and accountability throughout the workforce.
• Participate in workforce planning, manpower forecasting, and staffing needs.

• Oversee all SIPA activities including:
  • Industrial scaffolding
  • Mechanical insulation
  • Protective coatings and painting
  • Surface preparation
  • Fireproofing
  • Abatement activities (where applicable)
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with contract requirements and project schedules.
• Coordinate labor, tools, equipment, and material requirements.
• Review work packages, drawings, specifications, and project plans.
• Identify potential delays and implement corrective actions to maintain schedules.

• Champion Austin Industries' safety culture and expectations.
• Conduct daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and pre‑job planning sessions.
• Ensure compliance with:
  • OSHA regulations
  • Client safety requirements
  • Austin Industries safety policies
• Lead Job Safety Analysis (JSA) reviews and hazard assessments.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns.
• Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to safe work practices.
• Promote proactive hazard identification and mitigation.

• Ensure SIPA work meets project specifications and quality standards.
• Verify proper installation of scaffolding systems.
• Monitor insulation installation quality and compliance.
• Ensure painting and coating applications meet required standards.
• Work closely with Quality Control personnel and client representatives.
• Address deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.
• Support inspections and turnover documentation activities.

• Coordinate work activities with:
  • Operations
  • Maintenance
  • Engineering
  • Safety
  • Quality departments
• Attend planning, scheduling, and coordination meetings.
• Assist in developing work plans and execution strategies.
• Monitor project progress and workforce productivity.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

• Serve as a primary field contact for client representatives.
• Maintain positive working relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Provide status updates and progress reports.
• Resolve field‑related issues professionally and efficiently.
• Ensure customer expectations are met or exceeded.

• Monitor labor productivity and crew performance.
• Minimize rework and material waste.
• Track project progress against schedules and budgets.
• Assist management in identifying cost‑saving opportunities.
• Ensure resources are utilized efficiently.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 8–10 years of industrial SIPA experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory or foreman experience.
• Proven experience…