Carpenter Foreman; Commercial Construction

Position: Carpenter Foreman (Commercial Construction)

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Overview

We are seeking a skilled and driven

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and driven Carpenter Foreman to lead our carpentry crew on commercial construction projects. Reporting directly to the Superintendent, this hands-on leadership role is responsible for supervising and coordinating all aspects of field carpentry operations—from layout and framing to finish work—while ensuring high-quality output, safety compliance, and productivity. If you're a seasoned carpenter with a strong work ethic and leadership mindset, we want to hear from you.

Duties:

• Planning and Communication (expectations plans, goals, results, etc. ongoing).
• Plan work with Superintendent, Project Manager and Production Manager prior to performing pre- planning process.
• Coordinates timely deliveries of materials needed for workers to be productive at task at hand.
• Working foreman, assigns, works with and assists workers in all tasks assigned to their work crew or crews.
• Directs concrete formwork construction and removal.
• Directs work crew to install doors, frames, hardware, millwork and cabinetry installation.
• Examines and effectively, uses updated project documents and shop drawings.
• Lays out work using proper layout tools accurately.
• Determines with Project Superintendent, the proper sequence of activities.
• Performs other similar or related duties as requested or assigned.
• Reading cost reports and helping with updated audits.
• Works with warehouse management to secure equipment and maintenance as needed at the worksite.

Responsibilities

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist in the training/orientation of employees when needed.
• Develop, coach and mentor apprentices and employees who are learning the trade.
• Assist in the employment processes as requested.
• Promote teamwork and positive communication among employees.
• Attend and participate in miscellaneous site meetings, sharing knowledge, information, and ideas as needed or requested by project superintendent.
• Develop and stress a sense of urgency to all field workers.

Skills and Abilities:

• High level carpentry skills.
• Competency in site and building layout and in the use of survey instruments accurately as is appropriate.
• Competent in basic math, algebra, geometry, volumes and weights.
• Skilled in the computation of ratio, proportion, percentage, surfaces, volumes, weights and measures.
• Able to read and understand safety rules, instructions in the use and maintenance of shop tools and equipment, and methods and procedures in mechanical drawing and layout work.
• Effectively communicate verbally with co-workers.
• Effectively manage one's time and deal with problems that arise.
• Effectively work with other employees in a positive manner.
• Leadership/motivation skills.
• Willingness and ability to gain knowledge of and consistently practice basic OSHA regulations.
• Has the ability to think outside the box (makes timely decisions).
• Able to attend to job duties on a consistent, timely basis.

Qualifications



Education and Experience :

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on carpentry experience in commercial construction, including at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience in reading blueprints, managing jobsite crews and coordinating with project management teams.
• Formal vocational training or completion of an apprenticeship program in carpentry or a related trade is preferred.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

Work is often performed outside under any type of weather conditions. Exposure to varying degrees/amounts of heat, cold, dust, dampness, ice, precipitation and mud. Must be able to:
Climb and maintain balance on scaffolds and ladders;
Use arms and hands to reach for, handle, and manipulate objects and materials;
Lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively to meet the physical demands of our industry. Stand or…