General Foreman Jobs

General Foreman jobs are open across construction, utilities, oil and gas, and heavy civil at every level from working foreman to senior general foreman, with specializations in concrete, electrical, and pipeline work. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles45
Top stateMontana
Top employerBrasfield & Gorrie
Top cityBig Timber, MT
Work type100% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Commerical HVAC Superintendent / General Foreman
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Commerical HVAC Superintendent / General Foreman
Fox Mechanical LLC
Wheat Ridge, Colorado
Construction Management
Project Management
$85k - $125k/yr
On-Site
EPA 608 Technician Certification

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LCV NORTHCOM NTC: Logistics Warehouse General Foreman
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LCV NORTHCOM NTC: Logistics Warehouse General Foreman
Trinzic
Fort Irwin, California
Logistics & Inventory
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
$61k - $92k/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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General Foreman - Mine Operations Planning
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General Foreman - Mine Operations Planning
Sibanye Stillwater
Big Timber, Montana
Business Analysis
Business Operations
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering technology
10,000+

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General Construction Foreman
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General Construction Foreman
Brasfield & Gorrie
Cartersville, Georgia
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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General Foreman Job Market

Who's Hiring

Brasfield & Gorrie6 open roles
Sibanye Stillwater6 open roles
Cianbro4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in general foreman jobs.

  • 5 or more years of field experience in the relevant trade or construction sector
  • OSHA 30-hour construction or general industry certification
  • Proven ability to supervise crews of 10 or more workers on active job sites
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and project specifications
  • Experience coordinating schedules, subcontractors, and material deliveries
  • Valid driver's license and ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen

Tips for Your General Foreman Job Search

Tailor your resume to project scale

General foreman postings consistently screen for dollar value and scope of projects you've overseen. List the contract value, crew size, and type of work for each role so hiring managers can gauge whether your experience matches what they're staffing.

List every relevant certification upfront

OSHA 30, CPR, first aid, and trade-specific certifications like NCCER or AWS are frequently listed as requirements, not preferences. Put them in a dedicated section at the top of your resume so they're spotted before a recruiter reads your work history.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists general foreman openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by project type, not just title

A general foreman role in vertical construction is a different job than one on a highway or pipeline project. When you search, refine by keywords like 'commercial', 'underground', or 'industrial' to surface openings that match your actual field experience.

Prepare for field-based scenario questions

Interviewers for general foreman positions typically ask how you've handled schedule slippage, subcontractor disputes, or safety incidents on-site. Rehearse two or three specific examples with concrete outcomes, not general descriptions of how you manage crews.

Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay

Per diem, truck allowance, and overtime structure vary widely across contractors. Before accepting an offer, ask for a full breakdown of those components so you're comparing the actual value of two offers, not just the headline figure.

General Foreman Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most general foremans?

The companies hiring the most general foremans right now include Brasfield & Gorrie, Sibanye Stillwater, and Cianbro, with the largest share of openings in Montana, North Carolina, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity shifts with infrastructure cycles, so checking current listings gives you the most accurate picture.

How many general foreman jobs are remote?

About 0% of general foreman openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-based nature of most roles. The small share of remote or hybrid positions tends to cluster in project management, estimating, or multi-site coordination functions rather than direct field supervision.

How do you become a general foreman?

Most general foremans move up from journeyman or foreman roles after demonstrating consistent performance on progressively larger projects. Start by completing your trade apprenticeship or gaining equivalent field experience, then pursue an OSHA 30 certification and any trade-specific credentials your sector requires. Taking on lead responsibilities, mentoring crew members, and volunteering for complex assignments signals readiness for the general foreman level to most contractors.

Can you get hired as a general foreman with limited supervisory experience?

Some contractors will hire candidates with strong trade skills but limited supervisory history if they can demonstrate leadership on the job site. Emphasize any informal lead roles you've held, crews you've trained, or projects where you coordinated work without a formal title. Smaller contractors and specialty subcontractors tend to be more flexible on direct supervisory experience than large general contractors.

What does the general foreman interview process look like?

Most general foreman interviews involve an initial call with HR or a recruiter, followed by a technical interview with a project manager or superintendent who will ask about your field experience, crew management approach, and how you've handled safety or schedule issues on past jobs. Some employers conduct a site walk or practical assessment. Reference checks with previous superintendents or project managers are standard before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to general foreman jobs?

You can find and apply to general foreman jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your trade, project type, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.

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