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Iron Work Foreman

Greater Vancouver Metropolitan Area
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Extended health and dental coverage
Life insurance
Year-end bonus tied to company performance

About the role

  • Lead from the front on high-profile structural steel projects across the Lower Mainland
  • Earn a competitive wage of $40.00–$41.50 per hour, plus a year-end bonus and full benefits
  • Join a close-knit, growing steel contractor where quality work, trust, and teamwork come first

About White Rock Iron Products

For over 55 years, White Rock Iron has built a reputation as one of the Lower Mainland’s most trusted names in steel fabrication and onsite welding. From large-scale commercial builds to intricate miscellaneous metalwork, our projects reflect precision, durability, and craftsmanship that stand the test of time. We partner with clients in the commercial, light industrial, and residential construction sectors, delivering solutions tailored to each project’s unique needs. At the heart of our success is our people, including skilled trades professionals, estimators, and project leaders who share a commitment to quality, innovation and customer service. We foster an environment where team members are empowered to grow their skills, take ownership of their work, and help shape the future of our industry.

Joining White Rock Iron means joining a legacy of excellence, a culture of collaboration, and a team driven by pride in every build.

For more information, please visit our website: whiterockiron.com

About the Opportunity

White Rock Iron is looking for a full-time Ironworker Foreman based out of Delta, BC , working on active construction sites across the Lower Mainland.

Reporting to the Operations Manager , you will play a pivotal role in leading small field crews while remaining hands-on, ensuring structural steel installations are completed safely, accurately, and in coordination with general contractors and site partners.

In this position, you will be primarily responsible for supervising on-site ironwork activities, executing structural steel installation and welding tasks, and representing the company on job sites through clear communication, quality workmanship, and adherence to safety standards.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Leading and directing crews of 2 to 6 ironworkers on active construction sites
  • Performing layout, bolting, and all-position structural welding using SMAW and FCAW methods
  • Interpreting blueprints, drawings, and specifications to guide installation activities
  • Coordinating rigging and hoisting operations and signaling crane operators during steel placement
  • Installing structural and ornamental steel components, including beams, columns, canopies, stairways, and railings
  • Inspecting installed work to ensure structural integrity, alignment, and compliance with project requirements
  • Troubleshooting on-site challenges and adjusting methods to maintain productivity and quality
  • Maintaining a strong safety presence while working at heights and around heavy equipment

About You

To qualify, you will need a Red Seal Ironworker certification , ideally with a structural and welding focus , and 5+ years of experience working as an ironworker in a structural steel construction environment .

The following are required:

  • Ability to undergo a criminal record check due to work on secure sites
  • Hold a valid Class 5 driver’s license and a clear driver’s abstract
  • Willingness and ability to travel to job sites across the Lower Mainland , reporting out of Delta, BC
  • Physical ability to perform demanding work , including lifting heavy materials and working at heights in varying conditions

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

  • Hands-on experience leading or supervising small field crews on active construction sites
  • Strong proficiency in all-position SMAW and FCAW structural welding
  • Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and layout plans
  • Experience with rigging, hoisting, and coordinating crane operations
  • Background installing structural and ornamental steel, including beams, columns, canopies, stairways, and railings
  • Solid understanding of site safety requirements and working around heavy equipment
  • Comfort troubleshooting on-site challenges and adjusting work methods as needed

As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to represent the company professionally on site, along with a hands-on, accountable leadership style that supports both productivity and safety.

This is a working foreman role for an experienced ironworker who takes pride in quality workmanship, leads by example, and thrives in a field-based environment where trust, reliability, and collaboration are essential to getting the job done right.

About the Benefits

We offer a competitive wage rate of $40.00–$41.50 per hour , commensurate with skills and experience, along with a year-end bonus tied to company performance . You’ll also enjoy a range of benefits, including:

  • Extended health and dental coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Year-end bonus based on net profit
  • Paid Time Off
  • Opportunities for professional growth in a company with expansion plans
  • Collaborative and supportive team culture focused on quality and continuous improvement
  • Monthly team lunches, summer barbecues, and annual holiday celebrations

Ready to build your next career milestone? Join White Rock Iron and help shape the future of structural steel in the Lower Mainland. Apply today!

About White Rock Iron Products

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White Rock Iron Products Ltd. offers structural steel fabrication and professional welding services for residential, commercial and industrial customers in Surrey.