Position Summary:

The Foreman oversees daily field operations and ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and aligned with quality standards. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with strong leadership responsibilities, including supervising crews and subcontractors, coordinating scheduling and inspections, enforcing safety protocols, and maintaining accurate project documentation. The Foreman serves as the primary on-site leader, responsible for training team members, resolving field issues, communicating with customers and inspectors, and ensuring all work progresses efficiently, safely, and to specification.

Responsibilities:

Leadership, Crew Management & Coordination

· Perform all duties of a Lead Carpenter, including executing advanced carpentry tasks (framing, finish work, installing doors/windows, siding, building structural components), reading and interpreting plans, coordinating daily work activities, and ensuring craftsmanship meets project specifications.

· Manage one or more carpenters and multiple employees assigned to the project.

· Coordinate and oversee multiple subcontractors, ensuring their work aligns with project requirements, schedule, and quality expectations.

· Provide daily direction, mentorship, and performance guidance to team members.

· Train employees on scopes of work, safe practices, documentation standards, and timekeeping procedures.

· Ensure crews arrive prepared with proper PPE, tools, materials, and work plans.

Project Execution & Quality Control

· Plan and organize daily activities to avoid delays caused by scheduling conflicts, material shortages, or productivity gaps.

· Conduct daily quality checks to ensure work meets code, project specifications, and company standards.

· Call in inspections, meet with inspectors, and ensure permits are properly closed out.

· Review plans, work orders, and specifications to verify accuracy and field feasibility.

· Resolve issues or conflicts on site quickly to keep production moving.

Safety Oversight

· Conduct regular safety meetings (weekly or more frequently as needed).

· Maintain and enforce a job-specific fall protection plan at all times.

· Identify and correct hazards immediately; escalate unsafe conditions to management as required.

· Ensure all employees follow company and OSHA safety procedures.

Customer, Vendor & Stakeholder Communication

· Meet with customers, inspectors, subcontractors, and property representatives regarding schedules, expectations, and progress.

· Maintain professionalism and address resident/customer questions or concerns promptly.

· Support documentation by taking photos, logging notes, and tracking work performed.

Documentation, Reporting & Logistics

· Document daily job activity, site conditions, and crew hours accurately.

· Track materials, report any shortages, and verify proper usage in the field.

· Ensure the company truck is inspected and maintained in safe operating condition; complete vehicle inspection reports.

· Report all incidents, injuries, or vehicle accidents immediately and complete required documentation.

· Visit the property office or company office 1–2 times per week as needed for coordination.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

· Construction & Technical Expertise – Demonstrates strong understanding of residential/commercial construction methods, code requirements, carpentry skills, and safe tool/equipment operation.

· Leadership & Team Management – Able to lead crews effectively, provide coaching, delegate tasks, and maintain accountability to deliver results.

· Problem Solving & Decision Making – Identifies issues quickly, evaluates solutions, and makes decisions that keep projects on schedule and in compliance.

· Attention to Detail – Ensures accuracy in measurements, documentation, quality checks, and site setup.

· Communication Skills – Communicates clearly with customers, subcontractors, internal teams, and inspectors; provides timely updates and instructions.

· Organization & Planning – Ability to coordinate schedules, plan work sequences, and manage multiple crews or subcontractors simultaneously.

· Safety Mindset