Foreman, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Installation Technician

# Foreman Operations Center - PORTLAND, OR 97210## Overview Salary Range $26.00 - $30.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time## Description
** Essential Functions & Responsibilities
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* 1) Jobsite Leadership & Crew Management
** Lead and supervise installation crews on assigned projects including:
* Company installers
* Temporary labor personnel from partner labor companies

Responsibilities include:

* Assigning tasks and directing daily work activities
* Ensuring crews understand project scope and installation sequence
* Maintaining productivity and installation efficiency
* Monitoring crew performance and professionalism on site
* Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to installers and working leads.

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* 2) Project Execution & Installation Oversight
** Oversee installation of contract furniture systems including but not limited to:
* Panel systems and workstations
* Benching and desking systems
* Case goods and freestanding furniture
* Seating and accessories
* Storage systems and filing components
* Architectural walls or modular environments (when applicable)

Responsibilities include:

* Reviewing installation drawings and specifications prior to work
* Ensuring installations follow manufacturer requirements (Steelcase and other manufacturers)
* Sequencing installation activities for efficient workflow
* Ensuring proper alignment, leveling, and functionality of all installed products
* Resolving field installation issues as they arise
* Daily communication about project status, schedule adherence, changes of scope, problems, and customer satisfaction utilizing daily logs and field software(s).

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* 3) Coordination with Project Teams
** Serve as the primary field point of contact for installation-related matters.

Coordinate with:
* Project Managers
* Scheduling* Warehouse / Logistics
* General contractors
* Client representatives

Communicate:
* Jobsite progress
* Issues or delays
* Product shortages or damage
* Labor requirements and schedule updates
* Provide updates to ensure projects stay on schedule.

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* 4) Material & Inventory Management
** Verify materials delivered to the jobsite match project requirements/delivery tickets.

Responsibilities include:

* Confirming product quantities and condition upon delivery
* Organizing materials for efficient installation
* Reporting missing, damaged, or incorrect product
* Coordinating with warehouse or project management for replacements
* Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are properly maintained and secured.

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* 5) Quality Control & Project Closeout
** Maintain high standards of installation quality by:
* Reviewing layouts and installation plans prior to work
* Inspecting completed work areas
* Ensuring installations meet manufacturer specifications and company standards
* Managing punch list items and corrections
* Assisting with final walkthroughs and project completion
* Provide feedback to internal and labor partners on performance or quality issues--
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* 6) Safety & Jobsite Compliance
** Promote safety culture and enforce a safe working environment.

Responsibilities include:

* Ensuring compliance with company safety policies and jobsite safety requirements
* Enforcing proper PPE use
* Maintaining clean and organized work areas
* Following client and general contractor safety rules
* Reporting incidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions
* Support company safety initiatives and training programs.

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* 7) Training & Development
** Support development of installation personnel by:
* Training junior installers and Level 1–3 installers
* Demonstrating proper installation techniques
* Promoting productivity, quality, and professionalism
* Helping develop future crew leaders and foremen
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* 8) Additional Responsibilities
*** Site verifications as requested by Installation Manager or…