Millwright Foreman
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Construction
Construction Manager/ Foreman, Construction Labor / Trades
Salary
$25.00 - $30.00
Requirements for Employment Offers- Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
- Substance Abuse Screening
- Physical Exam (if applicable)
- Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)
Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, healthcare and transportation. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BD+C, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee‑owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity and Community, Hensel Phelps brings our clients' visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.
PositionDescription
A foreman is responsible for ensuring that everything goes smoothly on the construction site. They are responsible for being the point of contact between the construction workers and supervisors. This includes leading their assigned crew(s). A few of the main duties of a foreman are ensuring a safe work environment, coordinating tasks for the day, creating schedules for workers, overseeing quality of the site, and managing the budget.
Foreman also report the progress of the project to the general foreman and superintendent. This is a safety sensitive position.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Follow safe work practices in accordance with the Hensel Phelps safety and health program.
- Must be able to take initiative.
- Possess a keen attention to detail and be able to follow instructions.
- Experience using assorted power tools and hand tools, including ten‑pound sledgehammers, shovels, picks, handsaws, skill saws, and drills.
- Must provide their own safety footwear.
- Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally.
- Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills.
- Must be reliable and punctual.
- Experienced in construction layout, blueprint reading and shop drawing reading.
- OSHA 10 Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certification.
- Report project progress to superiors.
- Develop a work schedule for workers.
- Active participation in our SAFE Program.
- Performing daily STAs and participate in the development of the AHAs.
- Plan an effective means of material handling, incorporate safe work access, and minimize the number of times material is moved.
- Participate in weekly safety meetings and conduct weekly toolbox talks.
- Verify that materials, tools, equipment are used properly and in safe operating condition.
- Supervise all craft construction workers.
- Investigate accidents within your area of responsibility.
- Be the liaison between construction workers and supervisors.
- Ensure that a project is adequately staffed.
- Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met.
- Supervise the use of machinery and equipment.
- Escalate construction and staffing concerns to the general foreman and project superintendent as appropriate.
- Assign tasks to construction workers.
- Ensure that the project is staying on or under budget.
- Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and field activity.
- Walking - The person in this position needs to frequently move about the jobsite.
- Sometimes operates a computer or tablet and other office machinery, such as a calculator and phone.
- The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office and field administration.
- Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read and understand blueprints, load charts, and…
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