Commercial Foreman

CD Redding Construction; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Profit Sharing

Job summary

CD Redding Construction is seeking an experienced Foreman to support Superintendents and lead field crews in the execution of construction activities. The Foreman functions as a working leader, supervising crews, coordinating daily work, and ensuring safety and compliance.

You will supervise rough carpenters and laborers, read drawings, plan schedules, and coordinate with subcontractors to deliver quality work on time.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years of construction experience with supervisory roles.
• OSHA 30-hour certification required or willingness to obtain.
• Strong leadership, delegation, and team motivation skills.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, schedules, and scopes.

Responsibilities

• Assist Superintendents with daily managerial and field coordination duties.
• Lead and supervise Rough Carpenters and/or Laborers while actively performing work.
• Read, understand, and execute work according to plans, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Oversee rough carpentry work including walkways, structures, enclosures, railings, stairs, and site safety installations.
• Direct crews in material handling, layout, measuring, cutting, and installation activities.
• Identify jobsite hazards and direct corrective actions using carpentry and safety best practices.
• Coordinate logistics including workforce utilization, plant layout, equipment, and quality control.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop schedules, determine sequencing, and implement recovery plans as needed.
• Develop daily and short-term work plans and delegate crew assignments.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to verify scope understanding and monitor progress.
• Ensure contracted work complies with approved contract documents.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Communication

Computer skills

Safety awareness

Project coordination

Education

OSHA 30-hour certification

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Foreman to support Superintendents and lead field crews in the execution of construction activities. The Foreman functions as a working leader, responsible for supervising crews, coordinating daily work activities, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project documents and company standards.

Foreman Responsibilities

• Assist Superintendents with daily managerial and field coordination duties
• Lead and supervise Rough Carpenters and/or Laborers while actively performing work
• Read, understand, and execute work according to plans, specifications, and scopes of work
• Oversee rough carpentry work including walkways, structures, enclosures, railings, stairs, temporary doors/openings, and site safety installations
• Direct crews in material handling, layout, measuring, cutting, and installation activities
• Identify jobsite hazards and direct corrective actions using carpentry and safety best practices
• Coordinate logistics including workforce utilization, plant layout, equipment, and quality control
• Collaborate with project teams to develop schedules, determine sequencing, and implement recovery plans as needed
• Develop daily and short-term work plans and delegate crew assignments
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to verify scope understanding and monitor progress
• Ensure contracted work complies with approved contract documents

Foreman Requirements

• Minimum of seven (7) years of construction experience, including at least one (1) year in a foreman, lead, or supervisory role
• OSHA 30-hour certification required or willingness to obtain
• Strong leadership, delegation, and team motivation skills
• Ability to plan, analyze, and solve problems using sound judgment
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and scopes of work
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills, including use of smartphones or tablets for project applications
• Ability to train, develop, and provide performance feedback to team members
• Valid driver’s license or CDL as required for equipment operation or travel

Competitive wage DOE

• Benefits: Health, Vision and Life Insurance, 401k, Profit Sharing

No phone calls please.

CD Redding Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer