Field Craft Foreman: Safety‑First Construction Leader

Wharton-Smith, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton-Smith, Inc. in Jacksonville seeks a skilled Craft Foreman to lead field crews, ensuring quality construction, safety, and budget adherence. This role requires collaboration with the Project Superintendent to maintain project momentum on site.

The position calls for five years of construction experience, strong communication, and hands-on supervision of crews, with emphasis on safety training and SWPPP/OSHA compliance. You will report to project management and uphold company standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least five years of construction-related experience with a record of quality work.
• Strong communication with project managers and field leadership is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead field tasks to ensure quality construction, safety, and budget adherence.
• Coordinate crews and monitor productivity with daily STA-style checks.
• Maintain field logs, conduct safety briefings, and report to project management.
• Assist with schedule coordination, material requisitions, and small tool management.
• Provide input for production plans and ensure as-built information is accurate.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

OSHA 10-hour

First Aid & CPR

Trenching competency

Scaffolds

Rigging

Confined space

Fall protection

SWPPP Inspector

Silica training

Risk Management

Accident training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Survey equipment

Job description

Wharton-Smith, Inc. in Jacksonville seeks a skilled Craft Foreman to lead field crews, ensuring quality construction, safety, and budget adherence. This role requires collaboration with the Project Superintendent to maintain project momentum on site.

The position calls for five years of construction experience, strong communication, and hands-on supervision of crews, with emphasis on safety training and SWPPP/OSHA compliance. You will report to project management and uphold company standards.