Carpenter Foreman — Heavy Civil Construction Lead

Kokosing; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401K plan

Job summary

Kokosing is seeking a Carpenter Foreman to lead heavy highway projects in the Richmond, VA area. The role supervises crews, reads plans, and ensures work meets contract specifications while controlling costs and schedules.

You will train workers, enforce safety rules, and coordinate with project leadership on two-week lookahead planning. The position requires strong experience with bridge and roadway structures, OSHA competency, and the ability to manage time, materials, and equipment on busy

Qualifications

• Five years related experience and/or training.
• Experience with structures for bridge and roadway work required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in construction, installation, and repair of roads, bridge structures and fixtures.
• Reviews documents and plans to ensure questions are answered before work proceeds; examines blueprints and profiles to determine dimensions.
• Directs and trains crew in performing work per contract drawings and specifications within budget.
• Acts as OSHA defined competent person and enforces safety regulations and PPE usage.
• Maintains time sheets and production records; prepares daily job diary; conducts weekly safety meetings.

Job description

Kokosing is seeking a Carpenter Foreman to lead heavy highway projects in the Richmond, VA area. The role supervises crews, reads plans, and ensures work meets contract specifications while controlling costs and schedules.

You will train workers, enforce safety rules, and coordinate with project leadership on two-week lookahead planning. The position requires strong experience with bridge and roadway structures, OSHA competency, and the ability to manage time, materials, and equipment on busy