CONSTRUCTION FOREMAN
The State of New Hampshire
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The State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel is seeking a Construction Foreman in Shelburne to supervise, plan, and assign state construction projects. You will coordinate crews of maintenance or construction workers and contractors to build, repair, and maintain dams, buildings, and roadways, ensuring timely completion.
Your responsibilities include supervising crews, reading and interpreting plans, maintaining records, and enforcing safety, environmental, and industry standards.
Qualifications
- Equivalent combination of 4 years of education and experience after completion of high school.
- License/Certification: Valid Commercial Driver’s License Class A (CDL-A) with appropriate endorsements.
- Must meet MVR standards and pass pre-employment drug screen; must have a means of communication and be available 24 hours.
Responsibilities
- Supervises crews and coordinates construction work to build, repair, and reconstruct state facilities and roadways.
- Trains subordinates on safe construction practices; enforces safety and environmental standards.
- Maintains time/attendance records and personnel documentation; fosters harmonious working relations.
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For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST 603-271-3261 or nhjobs@das.nh.gov
Position#20489
$22.50/hour - $30.02/hour
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
To supervise, plan, and assign projects and construction activities to field personnel associated with building, repairing, and reconstructing state-owned facilities and roadways. Coordinate crews of maintenance or construction workers or contractors engaged in constructing, repairing, and maintaining dams, buildings, and/or general construction, repair and maintenance projects. Ensure concurrent construction projects are properly coordinated and completed on time.
Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
- Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 4 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience in all phases of maintenance and general construction which involves directing or supervision groups or crews in maintenance and construction procedures.
- License/Certification: Valid Commercial Driver’s License Class A (CDL-A) with appropriate endorsements.
- Other Requirements:
- Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.
- Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urine analysis drug screen in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations and USDOT requirements.
- Must have a telephone or acceptable means of communication and be available 24 hours per day.
- Knowledge of principles, practices, construction procedures, repair and maintenance, and basic engineering principles.
- Ability to document and maintain records, generate reports, and interpret plans and specifications.
- Ability to use resourcefulness, initiative, and appropriate judgment in performing duties.
- Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with the public, landowners, and employees.
Offers of employment are conditional upon the individual obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License medical card unless the candidate is currently employed by the State of New Hampshire.
In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
Supervises assigned crews and coordinates the work of skilled contractors and construction personnel dedicated to building, repairing, and reconstructing state-owned facilities and roadways. Trains subordinates on appropriate construction practices to ensure assignments are conducted safely and efficiently. Interprets, implements, and enforces regulatory requirements related to safety, environmental, and industry standards.
Maintains and updates time/attendance, work performance data, and documentation concerning personnel matters in accordance with the Department's best management practices. Develops and maintains respectful and harmonious working relations between employees within the patrol crews and contractors.
Works independently during winter months to observe and report road conditions to determine if actions are warranted from the patrol sections based on varying weather, traffic, and geographic conditions based on Department policies and standards, including treating roads, monitoring, and analyzing road conditions, and reporting those to a District Dispatcher every hour.
Ensures personnel performs duties as required under applicable technical and/or professional certification requirements. Inspects project and work quality of tasks, including those of private contractors, to ensure cost-effectiveness, timely completion, appropriate use of resources, and adherence to safety, environmental, and department guidelines and standards.
Procures materials or equipment needed for projects and coordinates contract agreements for construction equipment, vendors, and sub-contractors required to perform work beyond the construction crews' capabilities. Prepares reports on project timelines, equipment utilization, materials and project progress including project cost expenditures and balances.
Implements traffic control devices for the motoring public while coordinating with state and local officials for site access and public safety related to construction projects.
Reviews detailed civil and mechanical engineering design drawings and coordinates trades, including concrete, carpentry, steelwork, masonry, electrical, excavating, cofferdam installations, demolition work, and all other aspects of facility maintenance and roadway construction. Inspects completed construction projects for compliance with design plans and specifications and coordinates the keeping of accurate records with project costs, materials, materials testing and equipment.
- Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
- Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
- Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
- $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
12.87% of pay
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet: https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Employment Type: FULL-TIME
Post Date: 08/21/2026
Salary: $22.50/hour - $30.02/hour
Close Date: 09/16/2026
Location: US:NH:SHELBURNE
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964
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