Flooring Foreman

Ritsema Associates; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Power and specialty tools provided

Company provided uniforms

Company paid training and development

Year-round work

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Ritsema Associates is seeking an experienced Flooring Foreman to lead on-site flooring projects from start to finish. You will supervise the crew, manage materials and equipment, and coordinate with the superintendent to meet project timelines and budgets.

This role requires hands-on leadership and collaboration across teams to ensure quality workmanship. Ideal candidates will have strong safety practices, ability to read project plans, track hours, and maintain equipment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read tape measures and follow written instructions.
• Basic math skills and attention to accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently or with a team.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations to complete flooring projects on time and within budget.
• Attend startup meetings with superintendent and estimator/PM to review labor needs and material orders.
• Conduct daily huddles and toolbox talks to set goals and track progress.
• Record labor hours and personnel assignments accurately.
• Coordinate material and equipment orders and inventory.
• Serve as on-site liaison with general contractor foreman/PM.
• Lead by example in professionalism and safety practices.

Skills

Reading tape measures

Basic math

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Personal hand tools

Tools

Power tools

Specialty tools

Hand tools provided

Job description

Ritsema Associates offers the following benefits:

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off and sick time.
• 401(k) with company match
• Power and specialty tools provided
• Company provided uniforms
• Company paid training and development
• Year-round work
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Compensation

$25 – $35 per hour. Sign on bonus of $2000 included.

Purpose

We are seeking a skilled Flooring Foreman to serve as the on-site leader overseeing and managing specific assigned construction projects. The Flooring Foreman is responsible for ensuring all work is completed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with project specifications and timelines. This role requires hands‑on leadership and effective coordination of various construction activities, including supervising staff, managing materials and equipment, and ensuring compliance with all safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations to ensure flooring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Attend project startup meetings with the superintendent and estimator/PM to review labor needs, special-order items, and jobsite conditions.
• Conduct daily huddles and toolbox talks to set goals, assign tasks, and track progress.
• Record daily accomplishments and compare them to planned goals to evaluate team performance.
• Manage labor needs proactively and communicate changes to the superintendent.
• Accurately record all labor hours and personnel assignments.
• Anticipate material and equipment needs and place timely orders through the office.
• Maintain a clean and organized job site throughout the project.
• Serve as the primary on-site contact with the general contractor’s foreman or project manager.
• Resolve scheduling issues directly on-site when possible.
• Attend weekly progress meetings and represent the company professionally.
• Document all extra work and obtain signed field work orders or extra work sheets before beginning.
• Track all equipment delivered to the site—company-owned or rented—and ensure it is returned.
• Periodically request and reconcile equipment inventory with actual on-site assets.
• Coordinate job closeout by organizing materials and equipment for pickup and scheduling a final walkthrough with the superintendent.
• Proficient in the use of all flooring tools, mechanical tools, and sanding equipment.
• Capable of completing new flooring installations and working collaboratively with team members.
• Lead by example in professionalism, dependability, and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading tape measures and using basic carpentry tools.
• Basic math skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Must provide and maintain personal hand tools (power and specialty tools provided by employer).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs regularly.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, twisting, and climbing ladders.
• Comfortable working at heights and in various weather conditions.
• Must pass a pre‑employment physical and drug screen.

Travel Requirements

• Reliable transportation required to travel between job sites

Reports To: Superintendent

This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed. An employee will be required to follow any other job‑related duties required by the manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.