Building Healthcare – Working Carpenter Foreman

Vets Hired; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vets Hired in New York City is seeking a Working Carpenter Foreman to plan, organize, supervise, and perform journeyman-level carpentry on healthcare construction projects. This role oversees on-site teams, coordinates trades, ensures safety and quality, and maintains client communication throughout project execution.

The Foreman will lead hands-on carpentry tasks, manage subcontractors, complete project documentation, and travel as required to meet job schedules while upholding infection

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of rough and finish carpentry and related trades.
• Experience on construction and renovation projects, preferably in healthcare.
• OSHA 30 and ICRA certifications or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to travel and pass background/drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, supervise, and perform rough and finish carpentry work.
• Lead and supervise a small on-site construction team.
• Perform hands-on carpentry tasks as required.
• Coordinate and schedule subcontractors and other trades.
• Complete purchase orders and job-related documentation.
• Maintain quality control throughout project execution.
• Communicate and collaborate with clients and project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and project requirements.

Skills

Rough & Finish Carpentry

Project Leadership

Safety Compliance

Communication

Tools

OSHA 30 Certification

ICRA Certification

Job description

Job Summary

The Working Carpenter Foreman is responsible for planning, organizing, supervising, and performing journeyman-level carpentry work for construction and renovation projects in healthcare facilities. The role oversees on-site teams, coordinates trades, maintains quality standards, interacts with clients, and ensures projects are completed safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, supervise, and perform rough and finish carpentry work.
• Lead and supervise a small on-site construction team.
• Perform hands-on carpentry tasks as required.
• Coordinate and schedule subcontractors and other trades.
• Complete purchase orders and job-related documentation.
• Maintain quality control throughout project execution.
• Communicate and collaborate with clients and project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and project requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of rough and finish carpentry, remodeling, masonry, concrete, and wood construction.
• Experience with construction and renovation projects.
• Knowledge of Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) procedures is a plus.
• Healthcare construction experience is preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification and ICRA certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Ability to pass background screening and drug testing.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

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