Carpenter Foreman

Clark Group; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction Group is seeking a Carpenter Foreman to lead installations, supervise crews, and ensure work meets Clark Standards and project specifications. The Foreman will manage schedules, materials, safety, and productivity on a busy job site.

The role requires reading blueprints, precise measurement, and ability to use woodworking tools. Candidates must supervise crews, coordinate with stakeholders, and maintain quality control throughout each phase of the project.

Qualifications

• Study blueprints and diagrams to determine dimensions of structure or form to be constructed.
• Measure materials or distances to lay out work.
• Cut or saw boards, timbers, or plywood to required size.

Responsibilities

• Build rough wooden structures according to sketches or blueprints.
• Ensure safety and quality per Clark standards and project specs.
• Manage materials orders and keep accurate project records.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement

Woodworking

Form assembly

Safety compliance

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Position Overview

The role as a Carpenter Foreman is leading and monitoring installations while ensuring work is performed according to Clark Construction standards and specific project specifications. Foreman must work cooperatively the customer managing the project, project schedules and employees. A Foreman is responsible for maintaining productivity, quality control, labor cost, scheduling, safety, and acquisition of materials and any other activities that impact the success of completing a project. When necessary, the Foreman should be able to perform “hands on/ installation.

Pay Range

$31/hr - $38/hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of Carpenter Foreman

• Build rough wooden structures, such as concrete forms and scaffolds according to sketches, blueprints, or oral instructions.
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships
• Manage purchase orders and ensure ordered materials are received while adhering to bulk buy materials procedures.
• Adhere to project contract document changes and any changes order along with Work Authorizations from Customer.
• Fully utilize prefabrication and company-wide installation methods and policies.
• Ensure the proper safety equipment, materials and tools are onsite to preform required work.
• Equip General Superintendent with enough notice of any crew changes utilizing a Three Week Look ahead protocol.
• Utilize a proactive and customer service approach to anticipate and resolve potential issues.
• Address the problem with a solution.
• Ensure crew members start and finish work shift on time; Maintain proper meal/break times as per Employee Handbook and as legally required per California DIR labor laws and regulations.
• Conduct effective performance evaluations of crew members.
• Maintain complete and accurate “as-builts” as per procedures and project requirements.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals including project owners, architects, general contractors, management, crew members, etc.

Skills and Experience

• Study blueprints and diagrams to determine dimensions of structure or form to be constructed.
• Measure materials or distances, using square, measuring tape, or rule to lay out work.
• Cut or saw boards, timbers, or plywood to required size, using handsaw, power saw, or woodworking machine.
• Assemble and fasten material together to construct wood or metal framework of structure, using bolts, nails, or screws.
• Anchor and brace forms and other structures in place, using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges, and timbers.
• Mark cutting lines on materials, using pencil and scriber.
• Erect forms, framework, scaffolds, ladders, hoists, or roof supports, using hand tools, plumb rule, and level.
• Bore bolt holes in timber, masonry or concrete walls, using power drill.
• Assemble wood or metal forms for construction of columns and walls.
• Fabricate parts, using woodworking and metalworking machines.
• Dig or direct digging of post holes and set poles to support structures.
• Dismantle wall and column form.

Physical Demands

• Lift 50lbs from the ground and pull 50lbs of force.
• Fully squat, stoop or kneel while wearing a 25lb tool belt.
• Maintain a standing position for long periods of time while performing repetitive actions.

Work Environment

This is a physically demanding role on an active construction site. You must be able to work safely around heavy equipment and construction traffic. You must be able to frequently lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds alone, and use team-lifting techniques for anything heavier. Long periods of continual standing or walking are required, along with the ability to bend, climb, kneel, and reach. Good balance and dexterity are crucial, as you will be working safely at various heights and in tight spaces. You'll need visual acuity to operate equipment and spot hazards, and the ability to hear with or without assistance to understand instructions in noisy environments.

Our safety is our number one priority, which is why you will be required to consistently wear all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and strictly follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.

High-Performing Culture

This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines.

Drug Free Workplace

Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests.

About Clark Construction Group

Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Authorization to Work Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis in order to be considered.