Carpenter Foreman
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Building Maintenance, General Labor
Any Employment Offers are Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following:
- 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
This position constructs and repairs building frameworks as well as structures. Stairways, door frames, partitions, rafters, cabinetry, siding, and drywall are a few examples of the types of onsite tasks this position is responsible for completing. Carpenters pay great attention to project detail and have a strong understanding of wood and metal properties. Carpenters are also required at various times to do virtually all the carpenter support activities performed by laborers.
This is a safety sensitive position.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid Driver’s License (REAL passport required).
- Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Carpenter.
- OSHA 10 Certification, preferred.
- CPR & First Aid Certification preferred
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Experienced in managing a crew of approximately 4-6 people.
- In depth carpentry knowledge.
- Experience using and maintaining power tools and small hand tools.
- Must be able to take initiative and ask questions.
- Possess a keen attention to detail and be able to follow instructions.
- Workers must provide their own safety footwear.
- Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with co‑workers and stakeholders.
- Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills.
- Must be reliable and punctual. This includes having reliable transportation and consistent work attendance.
- Experienced in construction layout, blueprint reading and shop drawing reading, preferred.
- Experienced in Doors and Hardware.
- Oversee and assist with the assembly and removal of forms that are used for the concrete installation.
- Use assorted power tools and small hand tools, including ten-pound sledgehammers, shovels, picks, handsaws, skill saws, and drills to assist with a variety of worksite projects.
- Responsible for reading blueprints, drawings, and sketches to fully grasp project requirements and assigning teams appropriately.
- Responsible for material management including inventory, distribution, and placement.
- Monitor project performance and report to management with updates.
- Coordinates with other trade partners’ foremen and superintendents as necessary.
- Promotes a safe work environment and communicates jobsite hazards including helping to secure the jobsite at the end of business each day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored.
- 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…
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