Carpenter Foreman: Lead Crews, Build with Precision

Mortenson Construction; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mortenson Construction in Portland, OR seeks a Carpenter Foreman to oversee project carpentry crews and coordinate all self-performed work on site. You will read blueprints, lay out floor plans, select materials, and supervise tasks to ensure quality and timely completion.

Responsibilities include installing doors, cabinets, stairs, flooring, and rough carpentry, while mentoring crew members and maintaining safety standards on diverse projects. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of apprenticeship program required.
• Ability to read plans and interpret blueprints.
• Experience coordinating self-performed carpentry work.
• Minimum of five years related experience.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project carpentry crews and supervise all self-performed work.
• Ensure IWP is in place and crew understands blueprints.
• Lay out floor plans and cabinetry using standard tools.
• Inspect materials for code compliance.
• Schedule fabrication and assign tasks to workers.
• Inspect subcontractor work for conformance.
• Install doors, cabinets, stairs, flooring, and rough carpentry.
• Lead team by example and provide coaching.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Detail orientation

Active listening

Education

HS diploma or GED

Apprenticeship completed

Tools

Table saws

Radial arm saw

Belt sander

Disc sander

Drill presses

Fall protection

Rigging

Form systems

Job description

Mortenson Construction in Portland, OR seeks a Carpenter Foreman to oversee project carpentry crews and coordinate all self-performed work on site. You will read blueprints, lay out floor plans, select materials, and supervise tasks to ensure quality and timely completion.

Responsibilities include installing doors, cabinets, stairs, flooring, and rough carpentry, while mentoring crew members and maintaining safety standards on diverse projects. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.