Commercial Foreman

Hampton Roads Contracting Inc; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Annual performance bonus

Health, vision, dental, disability, &

401k & Profit Sharing

Education assistance

Employee referrals

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Hampton Roads Contracting, Inc. seeks a Concrete Finisher/Commercial Foreman in Newport News, VA to lead carpentry, renovation, demolition, and installation on active shipyard and commercial projects.

You will supervise a crew, train workers, and ensure quality and safety on site. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, coordinating 2–10 crew members, and enforcing company policies while maintaining schedules and coordinating with foremen and customers.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of supervisory carpentry/renovation/demolition/installation experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and supervise 2–10 crew members.
• Strong work ethic, professional attitude, and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, plans, and specs.
• Oversee a crew of 2–10 workers and manage daily activities.
• Train employees to improve quality and efficiency.
• Perform finish carpentry and install doors, windows, cabinetry, and hardware.
• Operate and maintain job-site equipment.
• Ensure safety protocols and on-site supervision.
• Plan and adhere to job schedules for timely completion.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Blueprint reading

Leadership

Tools

Aerial lifts

Job description

General Contractor in Newport News, VA is seeking a Concrete Finisher who is committed to performing and maintaining the quality work standards established by Hampton Roads Contracting, Inc.

About Us

Hampton Roads Contracting, Inc. is a General Contractor in the Commonwealth of Virginia. HRC has been in business since 1983, primarily performing projects of varying scopes in industrial environments such as Newport News Shipbuilding. Our mission is to deliver exceptional construction solutions as a trusted General Contractor. We aim to be the contractor of choice, delivering projects safely, on time, within budget, and with unwavering commitment to quality construction practices.

Job Overview

Reporting to the General Foreman, the Commercial Foreman is responsible for performing various construction duties as required for Hampton Roads Contracting, Inc. The Commercial Foreman performs manual labor in the field of work, including carpentry, renovation, demolition, and installation. This role also coordinates daily job operations, oversees workers at construction sites, and performs and supervises general construction duties as needed to assist with various types of construction projects.

Assignments may change based on project needs, and employees may be required to perform duties outside their primary trade to support overall project completion.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Commercial Foreman supervises field employees, including but not limited to:

• Overseeing daily and routine tasks.
• Managing timekeeping and attendance.
• Providing on-the-job training and mentorship.
• Ensuring general job site supervision and adherence to safety protocols.
• Supporting employee development and reporting progress to the General Foreman.
• Administering disciplinary actions as needed.

Description and Responsibilities

Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Overseeing and managing the daily activities of a crew that consists of 2 to 10 members.
• Training employees to enhance the quality and efficiency of work performed.
• Performing and overseeing specific trade-related construction, including carpentry, renovation, demolition, and installation.
• Perform finish and trim carpentry, including installation of baseboards, crown molding, hardware, and door/window casing.
• Install doors, windows, ceiling systems, cabinetry, countertops, built-ins, and appliances.
• Operating and maintaining equipment such as aerial lifts, including boom lifts and scissor lifts, and performing work at elevated heights.
• Loading and unloading materials, tools, and equipment.
• Operating various hand and power tools to securely build assigned projects.
• Effectively communicating with crews, customers, subcontractors, and supervisors.
• Developing and adhering to job schedulesto ensuretimelyproject completion.
• Planning job steps and implementing best practices tomaintainworkprogress, safety,and efficiency.
• Performing all supervisory duties on active construction job sites, requiring continuous on-site presence and the ability to effectivelyoperatein hazardous environments, including uneven terrain and high-risk conditions.
• Enforcing company policies, procedures, and compliance with industryregulationsand customerrequirements.
• Performingadditionalsupervisoryand general constructionduties asrequiredto support project success.
• AvalidDriver’s Licenseisrequired, along with theability tooperatecompany vehiclessafely.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend engineered sketches and drawings.
• Ability to delegate responsibilities and individual projects to the crew and contractors.
• Enthusiastic, professional, and positive attitude.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to work long hours.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8-12 hours per day).
• Ability to perform a wide range of functional motion tasks.
• Ability to lift/carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds frequently, and occasionally more with assistance.
• Ability to push and pull materials and tools.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including but not limited to gripping, reaching, and operating hand and power tools.
• Ability to work on and navigate uneven surfaces and from heights.
• Ability to maintain balance and coordination in active construction/shipyard environments.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including but not limited to:
  • Extreme heat and cold
  • Rain, wind, and humidity
  • Dusty or noisy conditions
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and task-specific requirements.

Work Environment

• Work is performed on active construction sites, typically in a shipyard environment.
• Exposure to moving machinery, loud noise, and construction-related hazards.
• Work may occur indoors or outdoors depending on project needs.
• Exposure to heavy equipment, cranes, moving machinery, and vehicle traffic.
• Work may occur at heights, over or near water, and in confined or restricted spaces.
• Exposure to high noise levels, dust, fumes, and airborne particles associated with construction and marine work.
• Work in varying environmental conditions, including extreme heat, cold, humidity, wind, and precipitation.
• Surfaces may be uneven, slippery, or unstable (e.g., steel decks, scaffolding, gangways).
• Work may require the use of ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, and temporary structures.

Education & Experience

• Previous supervisory experience and extensive applicable knowledge in the field of work required.
• 5-10 years of experience in carpentry, renovation, demolition, and/or installation work.

What we offer

• Competitive pay
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays for eligible employees
• Annual performance bonus
• Health, vision, dental, long-term & short-term disability,and life benefits after 60 days of employment
• 401k & Profit Sharing after 1 year of employment
• Education assistance reimbursement for eligible degrees/certifications
• Employee referral compensation
• Career development opportunities

Compensation

Candidates are placed into the appropriate classification based on their experience, skills, qualifications, and certifications. The classifications and corresponding pay ranges for this role are:

• Foreman I: $35.00-$42.49/hour
• Foreman II: $42.50–$50.39/hour

Hampton Roads Contracting, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.