How much does a General Foreman make in the United States? The average General Foreman salary in the United States is $78,605 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $69,792 and $88,894. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
General Foreman Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile General Foreman Salary $61,768 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile General Foreman Salary $69,792 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile General Foreman Salary $78,605 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile General Foreman Salary $88,894 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile General Foreman Salary $98,262 US March 26, 2024
25% $69,792 10% $61,768 90% $98,262 75% $88,894 $78,605 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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MasTec Inc - Ridgely , TN
Overview The purpose of the role of the General Foreman is to ensure the delivery of projects safely, will be responsible for scheduling, coordinating and supervising the work of all site operatives, coordinate operations and oversee workers at construction sites. Responsibilities Coordinate tasks according to priorities and plans Produce schedules and monitor attendance of crew Allocate general and daily responsibilities Supervise and train workers and tradespeople Ensure manpower and resources are adequate Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met Supervise the use of machinery and equipment Monitor expenditure and ensure it remains within budget Resolve problems when they arise Report on progress to managers, engineers etc. Qualifications High School Diploma or Equal Minimum 3 to 5 years' experience within the road construction industry 2 to 3 years' experience of Foreman experience. Knowledge of graders and other heavy equipment. Knowledge road construction mat
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Bechtel - Corpus Christi , TX
Job Description 1. Safe work observation with focus on changing employee behavior to achieve Bechtel Zero Accident objective. 2. Provide employee feedback and/or consequences for safe/unsafe behavior. 3. Read an interpret blueprints, understand job specification and implement Bechtel job procedure and work rules. 4. Understand the work scope and integrate priorities of the project. 5. Instruct journeymen in specific craft tasks including safety procedures and techniques. 6. Be knowledgeable of other craft disciplines in order to effect work coordination between crafts. 7. Know, administer, and enforce work and safety rules in a fair and consistent manner of the crafts under your direction. 8. Provide timely and concise guidance to foremen to preclude crew work stoppage. 9. Provide precise directions to foremen and ensure foremen are effectively supervising work crews. 10. Understand work priorities and schedules and assign work plans. 11. Identify problems and develop action plans to r
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MEI Rigging & Crating LLC - Salt Lake City , UT
Job Description Job Description Position Summary: The Foreman position is responsible for all activities that take place on their assigned job site. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for all job site management activities of the rigging crew. Develops, plans and implements crew and alignment with customer and salesmen with direction of job. Directs workforce to meet operational goals in terms of volume, cost, quality, safety and schedule. Directly supervises and works with one or more machinery moving crews. Hands on supervisory role with the ability to effectively move machinery utilizing forklifts, skates and jacks (not cranes). Develop, train and instruct machinery moving crews in best known rigging operation practices and procedures including safety. Work closely with safety personnel in coordinating safety training, accident and injury investigations and reporting and equipment or property damage incidents investigations and reporting. Build customer and emplo
- 2 days ago
Bechtel Construction Services - Brownsville , TX
Job Description 1. Safe work observation with focus on changing employee behavior to achieve Bechtel Zero Accident objective. 2. Provide employee feedback and/or consequences for safe/unsafe behavior. 3. Read an interpret blueprints, understand job specification and implement Bechtel job procedure and work rules. 4. Understand the work scope and integrate priorities of the project. 5. Instruct journeymen in specific craft tasks including safety procedures and techniques. 6. Be knowledgeable of other craft disciplines in order to effect work coordination between crafts. 7. Know, administer, and enforce work and safety rules in a fair and consistent manner of the crafts under your direction. 8. Provide timely and concise guidance to foremen to preclude crew work stoppage. 9. Provide precise directions to foremen and ensure foremen are effectively supervising work crews. 10. Understand work priorities and schedules and assign work plans. 11. Identify problems and develop action plans to r
- 3 days ago
Supreme Industries, Inc. -
DRILLING GENERAL FOREMAN JOB DESCRIPTION Supreme Industries, a Drilling Construction Contractor in Connecticut, seeks a General Foreman to support the company drilling divisions across the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, and New England regions. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Manage day to day crew & field operations for assigned projects. Coordination and management of labor, equipment, subcontractor and material resources. Work seamlessly with safety, drill crews, superintendents, project managers, division manager and company leadership. Responsible for managing & enforcing field safety to Supreme’s safety program standards. Work with safety leadership and field personnel to continually improve process and procedure. Lead daily safety huddles with assigned crews. Coordinating, implementing, and managing construction schedule for assigned projects. Establish and maintain a positive culture focused on safety, quality, honesty, and production. Travel required based on project locations a
- 4 days ago
Truitt Corporation - Bakersfield , CA
A general foreman provides leadership and is responsible for, although not limited to: scheduling, workforce planning, coordinating, supervising, assisting in cost control, and ensuring the safety of all crew members, as well as consistently applying all of Truitt’s policies and procedures fairly. Responsibilities Accountable for assigned crews. Assists crews as necessary, in order to perform a job efficiently and safely, utilizes scope and risk management tools. Manages resource utilization (people, tools, PPE, and equipment). Request manpower as required. Recognize and delegate jobs to crews based on experience, skill sets and knowledge Evaluates crew capabilities, training, coaching to ensure that the crews meet required levels of quality and assist in training Effectively communicates with employees Sets and maintains work standards and outlining behavioral expectations to ensure crew morale and productivity. Effectively resolves conflict and takes appropriate personnel actions. Re
- 4 days ago

Career Path for this job

  1. This Job:

    General Foreman

    3 + years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Construction Field Superintendent

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
69792
88894
78605

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
71009
90748
79684
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of General Foreman in the United States. The base salary for General Foreman ranges from $69,792 to $88,894 with the average base salary of $78,605. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $71,009 to $90,748 with the average total cash compensation of $79,684.

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