Concrete Finisher Foreman - Cincinnati, OH

Messer Construction Co.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Messer Construction Co. in Cincinnati, OH is hiring a Concrete Finisher Foreman to lead a skilled crew on commercial projects.

The role requires strong layout, blueprint reading, and hands-on concrete placement, with responsibility for forming, finishing, and coordinating pump operations within schedule. You should have a minimum of 10 years’ related experience, a High School diploma or equivalent, and certifications such as ACI and OSHA 30 (preferred).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of related experience.
• OSHA 30 Hour preferred.
• Experience leading a crew of 10-15.
• ACI Certification.

Responsibilities

• Organize, sequence and perform assigned tasks within schedule.
• This crew is not installing foundations or formwork.
• Effectively communicate and understand both verbal and written instructions.
• Building Layout & Elevations.
• Read blueprints, utilize appropriate math skills and perform layout.
• Installation of doors; drill and set door hardware.
• Form and place concrete footings, piers, walls and columns.
• Pump, place and finish techniques.
• Placement of concrete, slab on grade and elevated decks.
• Crane signals and rigging.

Skills

Crew leadership

Blueprint reading

Layout & math skills

Effective communication

Door hardware installation

Rigging signals

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

OSHA 30 Hour (preferred)

ACI Certification

Job description

Concrete Finisher Foreman - Cincinnati, OH

Location: Cincinnati, OH, United States
Company: Messer Construction Co.
Date Posted: Nov 4, 2026

Messer Construction Co. is a construction manager and general contractor that provides leadership for complex commercial building projects. An employee-owned company, Messer builds better lives for its customers, communities, and employees, and delivers value through quality construction and client experiences. Founded in 1932, Messer’s footprint has grown to eleven regional offices located across the Midwest and Southeast: Greenville, South Carolina; Charlotte and Raleigh, North Carolina; Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton Ohio; Louisville and Lexington Kentucky; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Knoxville & Nashville, Tennessee.

What You Will Do:

• Ability to organize, sequence and perform assigned tasks within schedule
• This crew is not installing foundations or formwork.
• Effectively communicate and understand both verbal and written instructions
• Building Layout & Elevations
• Read blueprints, utilize appropriate math skills and perform layout
• Installation of doors; drill and set door hardware
• Form and place concrete footings, piers, walls and columns
• Pump, place and finish techniques
• Placement of concrete, slab on grade and elevated decks
• Crane signals and rigging

What You Will Bring:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years of related experience
• OSHA 30 Hour Preferred
• Experience leading a crew of 10-15
• Experience Running, Riding or walk behind Trawl Machines
• ACI Certified

Proven quality installation/knowledge with ACI Tolerances along with FF/FL performance.

• Tool/equipment management
• Quality / Customer service focused mindset/li>
• Candidates must have transportation
• Be willing to work within a 50 mile radius
• Be able to work in a variety of seasonal and weather conditions

All Messer employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. Messer may condition offers of employment upon taking and passing of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.

Your decisions influence your career at every step: Make yours count with Messer Construction Co. In business since 1932 and employee-owned since 1990, Messer builds projects and careers that leave a lasting impact on our communities. We bring opportunities for collaboration and growth; you bring the determination. Let's build something great together.

Messer is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Messer is committed to a diverse workforce.