Carpenter Foreman

Tri State General Contractors; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Per Diem

Job summary

Tri State General Contractors seeks an experienced Carpenter Foreman to lead commercial retail construction and installations in Hawaii. The role requires hands-on carpentry, strong leadership, and the ability to manage field crews with a focus on safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

The position involves reading plans, coordinating manpower and project activities, and overseeing installations including fixtures, millwork, cabinetry, and finish carpentry. Travel and night shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on carpentry in commercial or retail.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory/foreman experience.
• Available to work approximately 90% night shifts.
• Willing and able to travel as required.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise field crews while maintaining productivity, safety, and quality standards.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications to perform layouts and installations.
• Coordinate manpower, schedules, and project activities with Project Managers and General Contractors.
• Monitor project progress and ensure work is completed on time and within company standards.
• Maintain quality control and resolve field issues in a timely manner.
• Oversee and participate in: Retail fixture installation, Gondola shelving installation, Décor package installation, Door and hardware installation, FRP and Marlite panel installation, Cabinetry and millwork installation, Finish carpentry, Casework setting, Drywall hanging, taping, and finishing.

Skills

Carpentry

Leadership

Read drawings

Team management

Safety

Communication

Travel readiness

Night shifts

Job description

We are an established and respected General Contracting Company seeking an experienced Carpenter Foreman to lead commercial retail construction and installation projects throughout Hawaii. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, hands‑on carpentry experience, and the ability to manage field crews while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity. This role requires expertise in reading and interpreting construction plans, coordinating manpower and project schedules, and overseeing installations including retail fixtures, millwork, cabinetry, shelving, drywall, and finish carpentry. We are looking for a motivated professional who thrives in a team‑oriented environment, is willing to travel, can work primarily night shifts, and is committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients. If you are a dependable leader with a "Team First" mentality and a desire to grow with a successful company, we encourage you to apply.

Position Summary

The Carpenter Foreman is responsible for leading field crews and overseeing commercial retail construction and installation projects, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to quality standards. This hands‑on role requires strong carpentry knowledge, the ability to read and interpret construction plans, and experience coordinating crews, layouts, and installations in retail environments. The position requires frequent travel and the ability to work primarily night shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise field crews while maintaining productivity, safety, and quality standards.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications to perform layouts and installations.
• Coordinate manpower, schedules, and project activities with Project Managers and General Contractors.
• Monitor project progress and ensure work is completed on time and within company standards.
• Maintain quality control and resolve field issues in a timely manner.
• Oversee and participate in:
  • Retail fixture installation
  • Gondola shelving installation
  • Décor package installation
  • Door and hardware installation
  • FRP and Marlite panel installation
  • Cabinetry and millwork installation
  • Finish carpentry
  • Casework setting
  • Drywall hanging, taping, and finishing

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on carpentry experience in commercial or retail construction.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Foreman, Lead Carpenter, or supervisory role managing field crews.
• Available to work approximately 90%‑night shifts.
• Willing and able to travel as required.
• Minimum experience in one or more of the following:
  • Commercial retail carpentry
  • Metal or wood framing
  • Drywall installation, taping, and finishing
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing millwork and finish installations in large retail environments.
• Previous work experience in major retail chains such as Walmart, Safeway, Foodland, Whole Foods, Longs, or other big‑box retail establishments.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Per Diem

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice based on the needs of the department and company. To perform this job successfully, the perfect candidate will possess a proficient level of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed within this description. Please note, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise with the company.