Field Craft Foreman – Safety‑Driven Site Leader

Wharton-Smith, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton-Smith, Inc. seeks a skilled Craft Foreman to lead field teams and ensure on-budget, quality construction with a strong safety focus. You will coordinate layouts, supervise crews, and maintain records under the Project Superintendent's direction.

The role requires five years of construction experience, OSHA 10 and related safety training, and effective communication with project management. On-site supervision across multiple projects is expected.

Qualifications

• Formal education at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of construction-related experience with a track record of quality and profitable craft work.
• Regular communication with project management and safety teams.

Responsibilities

• Complete field tasks with quality construction, stay within budget, and aim for zero accidents as directed by the Project Superintendent.
• Provide support and accurate information to the Project Superintendent and field management.
• Organize and monitor crews and verify work accuracy (dimension checks).
• Ensure safety compliance and lead daily Safety Task Assignments with crews.
• Perform layout using survey equipment and coordinate with shop drawings.
• Complete timesheets with certified payroll; manage field material requisitions.
• Manage small tools, monitor productivity, and maintain field logs and erosion control (SWPPP).
• Identify drawing discrepancies; attend daily/weekly meetings; assist with startup activities.
• Provide input for production plans and oversee material handling, receiving and inventory.

Skills

Trenching safety

Scaffolding

Rigging

Confined space

Fall protection

OSHA 10

First Aid CPR

SWPPP Inspector

Silica training

Risk management

Accident training

Survey equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Survey equipment

Job description

Wharton-Smith, Inc. seeks a skilled Craft Foreman to lead field teams and ensure on-budget, quality construction with a strong safety focus. You will coordinate layouts, supervise crews, and maintain records under the Project Superintendent's direction.

The role requires five years of construction experience, OSHA 10 and related safety training, and effective communication with project management. On-site supervision across multiple projects is expected.