You construct chimneys and furnaces for industrial use as a furnace and chimney builder. You work on residential and industrial construction projects. You also work on more complex projects like bridges or dams. As a foreman, you take on planning duties and keep track of the technological advancement on the construction site. You’ll move up the income ladder and the collective bargaining agreement with a master’s degree in your pocket.  In addition to completing an apprenticeship, you need several years of professional experience to become a factory foreman. As a state-certified structural engineering technician, you will be involved in the design and management of projects in building construction or concrete and reinforced concrete structures.