Carpenter Foreman

Mortenson; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Gym membership discount program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Carpenter Foreman in Phoenix, Arizona, to oversee carpentry crews, ensuring project timelines and specifications are met. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, completed an apprenticeship, and have at least five years of related experience. The role requires precision work, effective communication, and teamwork. Benefits include a comprehensive medical plan, 401k, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience.
• Physical capability for repetitive movements and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project carpentry crews and concrete work.
• Examine blueprints and determine structure dimensions.
• Select materials and inspect for code compliance.
• Inspect subcontractor work for specification conformance.
• Perform takeoffs and order materials as needed.

Skills

Precision work

Teamwork orientation

Effective communication

Customer service skills

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or GED

Completion of an apprenticeship program

Tools

Table saws

Radial arm saws

Belt & disc sanders

Drill presses

Rigging equipment

Form systems

Job description

Overview

Mortenson is currently seeking a Carpenter Foreman that will provide oversight to project carpentry crews and coordinate, implement and supervise all self‑performed concrete work.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper IWP is in place and understood by the crew; examine blueprints to determine structure dimensions.
• Select and inspect materials and structural units for code compliance.
• Determine sequence of fabrication, assembly, and erection activities; assign tasks to workers.
• Inspect subcontractor work (embeds, sleeves, block outs) for specification conformance.
• Perform concrete and rough carpentry (hand set walls, footings, gang wall forms, structural concrete decks, slabs, columns).
• Read and understand labor reports, track productivities, input and verify craft time.
• Perform takeoffs and order materials for consumable items (lumber, plywood, fasteners).
• Work with crane operators and forklift operators including rigging and signaling.
• Understand properties of concrete and logistics of concrete placements.
• Lead team members by example, offer coaching and feedback, build relationships with diverse individuals, and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program.
• Ability to work with precision, visualize solid objects from drawings, read plans, and operate equipment (table saws, radial arm saws, belt & disc sanders, drill presses, fall protection equipment, rigging, and form systems).
• Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, detail orientation, and effective communication including active listening and openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience.
• Physical capability for repetitive hand, arm, leg movements.
• Capacity to lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 lbs. with assistance of another team member or equipment.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for an employment visa.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans with no additional cost vision coverage.
• Dental plan.
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves.
• Employer paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• No‑cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Gym membership discount program.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Recruitment Notice

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Employment Eligibility

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H1B, L1, TN, CPT, OPT).