Foreman, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Building Maintenance

We’re hiring a foreman for one‑of‑a‑kind, high‑end residential projects in Big Sky. The Dowbuilt foreman is a bags‑on lead carpenter and the right hand of our site superintendents. They read plans, line‑out subcontractors and crew, spend about 50% of their time on tools and high‑quality work, and communicate expectations with precision and clarity.

• Putting work in place; executing framing carpentry while lining out other crew members and subcontractors.
• Layout.
• Participation in quality control for all scopes of work—self‑performed as well as subcontracted.
• Assisting in creating site documentation and as‑built drawings.
• Serving as first point of contact for subcontractor questions.
• Collaborating with subcontractors to find solutions; bringing possible solutions to the superintendent.
• Estimating materials and time to perform proposed work.
• Running small projects as a working lead; coordinating crew to maximize productivity.
• Working with the superintendent to create daily schedule and taking responsibility for its execution.
• Representing the company when the superintendent is unavailable.
• Opening and closing the job site as requested.
• Discussing work with clients, architects, partners and inspectors with diplomacy, clarity and patience as necessary.
• Maintaining effective, respectful communication with field crew, subcontractors, clients, partners and team at all times.
• Minimizing material use to prevent waste and unnecessary cost.
• Managing material deliveries, handling, storage and placement.
• Advocating for safety in action and attitude; reinforcing awareness to reduce risk of injury or citation and knowing OSHA requirements for your location and site.
• Maintaining a safe and secure site—ensuring safety of all people, tools and materials.
• Maintaining accurate documentation in the daily job log.

• 6+ years high‑end residential carpentry experience; highly competent and skilled in framing.
• The ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications and understand vertical and horizontal control lines.
• Advanced construction math skills.
• The ability to think ahead and see the big picture—understand the WHY behind the work and how what you're doing today will impact what comes next.
• Proficiency with proper use of tools and equipment and full complement of tools including specialty tools.
• Excellent communication and team‑building skills.
• Ability to take and give direction.
• Technical constructability knowledge and experience with both traditional and new materials.
• Reliable transportation and a clean driving record.
• U.S. work authorization.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish at a conversational level is highly preferred.

• Competitive pay commensurate with skills and experience.
• 100% paid medical, dental, vision and $50,000 in basic life insurance for full‑time employees (30% coverage for dependents), first of the month following DOH.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer profit sharing contribution.
• 8 paid holidays each year, no waiting period.
• Paid Time‑Off (PTO) earned at a rate of 1 hour per every 30 hours worked.
• Tool purchase and tool loan programs.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Mentorship and career development opportunities.
• Opportunities to build for Dowbuilt in other regions if desired.

The hiring base pay range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. At Dowbuilt, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current hiring hourly wage is $38.00 ‑ $55.00 per hour.

Dowbuilt is a construction company founded in 1980. Our talented teams can be found from coast to coast. We excel at cutting‑edge, innovative, never‑been‑done‑before residential projects and home service—all of which require precision and impeccable attention to detail. We work with top architects, and our builds are regularly featured…