Carpenter Foreman

S&B USA; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading construction firm as a Carpenter Foreman, where your expertise in supervising construction activities will drive project success. In this hands-on role, you will oversee daily operations, ensuring safety and productivity while coordinating with project management and subcontractors. Your experience in bridge and heavy highway construction will be crucial as you guide your crew through challenging projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment that values safety and innovation, while enjoying comprehensive benefits and career growth potential.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan with 4% company match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction, including 2 years as Foreman.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily work activities of construction crew members.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and provide necessary tools.

Skills

Construction Planning

Supervision

Safety Compliance

Effective Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Journeyman Certification

Foreman Experience

Tools

Auto Levels

Lasers

Survey Equipment

Job description

Fay is part of S&B USA Construction, a family of diversified heavy-civil and industrial construction companies recognized for safe and innovative infrastructure solutions. Our team of experienced professionals demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to safety, quality, and service on all of our projects. We excel on projects with tight schedules and difficult working conditions.

Our innovative solutions and customer-focused approach provide our clients with unmatched value and quality.

Summary: The Carpenter Foreman works hands-on and supervises the daily work activities for labor and equipment directly under his/her control in a safe, productive, and professional manner.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Supervise work activities of construction crew members in their day-to-day activities.
• Ensure compliance with the Company’s Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Ensure crews have tools, materials, and instruction to complete tasks.
• Preplan schedule, manpower, and equipment needs on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis with the Project Management Team.
• Coordinate material and labor needs with Project Superintendent.
• Coordinate work activities with owner’s staff and subcontractors.
• Report daily crew and equipment hours.
• Report quantities to management staff.
• Understand and meet production rates to meet schedule and budget requirements.
• Understand and utilize the Contract Drawings and Specifications.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of 7 years’ experience as a journeyman and 2 years’ experience as a Foreman on Bridge & Heavy Highway construction projects.
• Proven track record working safely.
• Layout ability with the use of auto levels, lasers, and other survey equipment is preferred.
• Knowledge of construction planning and scheduling.
• Ability to calculate quantities for materials and supplies.
• Ability to effectively supervise small to midsized groups.
• Ability to supervise rigging and signaling cranes.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, plans, and specifications.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
• Noise levels in the work environment are usually loud.
• Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, ankle-supporting safety-toed work boots, and a safety vest.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Extensive moving or positioning heavy weighted materials (up to 50 lbs.).
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.
• Must be able to respond quickly to sounds.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and ascend/descend to reach materials or enter heavy equipment.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.

Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401K Plan with 4% company match, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays.

Core Values:

Work Safely: Safety is our Culture.

Deliver Return: Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value.

Value People: Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients.

Act with Integrity: Honesty Builds Trust.

Provide Solutions: Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction.

S&B USA Construction and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status, or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to S&B USA Construction. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, S&B USA Construction will also take affirmative action to ensure that minorities, females, veterans, and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or Phone: [phone] ext. 1032.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.