Carpentry Foreman

Target Engineering Construction Co LLC; Abu Dhabi; Sur place; AED 180 000 - 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Résumé du poste

Target Engineering and Construction Co. LLC is seeking an experienced Foreman – Carpentry to lead formwork and carpentry activities on major UAE EPC projects.

You will supervise carpenters, manage materials, ensure safety, and coordinate with engineers and subcontractors to meet milestones. The ideal candidate has 8–10 years of carpentry/formwork experience, a relevant diploma, and proven leadership in high-rise, infrastructure, or oil & gas settings.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent in carpentry or construction trades.
• 8–10 years in carpentry/formwork on civil, industrial or oil & gas projects.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate multiple crews on site.

Responsabilités

• Supervise and execute formwork construction for foundations, columns, walls, beams, slabs and marine structures.
• Coordinate with rebar, concrete, and other trades to maintain workflow.
• Lead toolbox talks, shift handovers and daily progress reporting.
• Ensure quality, safety and compliance with drawings and method statements.
• Manage materials, tools, and equipment to minimize wastage.

Connaissances

Leadership

Reading drawings

Communication

Planning & sequencing

HSE awareness

Formation

Diploma in carpentry or construction trades

Outils

DOKA

PERI

MIVAN

Description du poste

WHO WE ARE

Target Engineering brings 50+ years of experience in EPC and industrial infrastructure. With in-house fabrication, marine expertise, and multidisciplinary capability, we deliver projects with scale, confidence, and care.

WHY JOIN US

At Target Engineering, you’ll work on large-scale energy, marine, and civil infrastructure projects. Join a business with deep technical roots, where your voice is heard, your impact is visible, and your career is part of a legacy of excellence.

YOUR ROLE

As a Foreman – Carpentry, you will have the below key responsibilities including but not limited to:

A. Carpentry & Formwork Execution

• Supervise and execute formwork construction for foundations, columns, walls, beams, slabs, manholes, culverts, and marine structures.
• Guide teams in shuttering works using timber, plywood, steel forms, and modular formwork systems such as DOKA, PERI, and MIVAN.
• Oversee installation of door frames, wooden doors, cabinetry, partitions, skirting, and other carpentry works where applicable.
• Ensure dimensional accuracy, alignment, leveling, and plumbness of all carpentry activities.
• Coordinate closely with rebar and concrete teams to maintain efficient work sequences.
• Ensure proper stripping, cleaning, storage, and maintenance of formwork systems.

B. Site Supervision & Workforce Management

• Supervise carpenters, helpers, formwork crews, and subcontractor personnel on site.
• Allocate daily work assignments and optimize manpower utilization.
• Monitor workforce attendance, productivity, and discipline.
• Conduct toolbox talks, task briefings, and shift handover meetings.
• Resolve day-to-day technical issues and coordinate with Engineers and Superintendents.
• Drive team performance to achieve project milestones safely and efficiently.

C. Material, Tools & Equipment Management

• Ensure timely availability of timber, plywood, beams, ties, props, bolts, nails, form oil, and other carpentry materials.
• Inspect formwork materials and components to ensure suitability and safe use.
• Coordinate with stores and project teams for material requisitions and replenishments.
• Ensure proper utilization and maintenance of hand tools and power tools.
• Minimize material wastage and promote cost-effective work practices.

D. Quality Control & Compliance

• Ensure all work is executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Verify dimensions, lines, levels, and finishing quality before inspections.
• Raise inspection requests (IRs) and coordinate with QA/QC personnel.
• Ensure formwork systems are clean, sealed, and properly installed to prevent concrete leakage and honeycombing.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship in shuttering and carpentry activities.

E. Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Enforce compliance with company and project HSE procedures.
• Ensure all personnel wear and properly use required PPE.
• Promote safe operation of power tools, saws, lifting equipment, and associated work activities.
• Identify and mitigate workplace hazards including falling objects, unstable scaffolds, and sharp tool risks.
• Participate in incident investigations and report near-misses promptly.
• Foster a strong safety culture within the workforce.

F. Coordination With Other Trades

• Coordinate activities with civil, rebar, concrete, MEP, and scaffolding teams.
• Ensure proper interface management for MEP openings, embeds, and anchor bolt installations.
• Support Engineers during client and consultant inspections.
• Communicate daily progress, challenges, and resource requirements to the Superintendent.

G. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain daily manpower, productivity, and progress reports.
• Monitor material consumption and submit usage records.
• Track formwork assets and utilization records.
• Provide daily and weekly updates to Engineers and Superintendents.
• Record and report as-built changes related to carpentry and formwork activities.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Experience

• 8-10 years of experience in carpentry and formwork works within civil, industrial, or oil & gas construction projects.
• Proven experience supervising carpentry and formwork crews on large-scale construction projects.
• Experience in high-rise buildings, infrastructure projects, marine works, or oil & gas facilities is preferred.
• Strong understanding of concrete behavior, shuttering systems, and construction sequencing.

Education and Certifications

• Diploma in a relevant field.
• Additional technical or vocational training in carpentry or construction trades is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of conventional and modular formwork systems including DOKA, PERI, and MIVAN.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, sketches, and technical specifications.
• Excellent leadership and workforce supervision skills.
• Strong planning, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of construction quality standards and inspection processes.
• Sound understanding of HSE regulations and safe work practices.
• Effective communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced EPC project environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

• The chance to contribute to some of UAE’s Oil and Gas EPC Mega projects.
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Ready to be part of our team?

If you’re inspired by what you’ve read and believe you’re the right fit, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Target Engineering and Construction Co. LLC and play a pivotal role in shaping a high-performing team that drives our success.

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