Foreman

Bay Area Underpinning; Ashland, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boots provided

Tools & transportation provided

Bonuses paid per job

Employee Ownership Program

PTO + holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

Groundworks is seeking a Foreman to lead installation crews on foundation solutions projects. You will own safety, quality, productivity, and team performance from start to finish, coordinating daily operations and mentoring crew members in a fast-paced field environment.

This role requires strong leadership, construction knowledge, and the ability to communicate effectively with customers. Expect on-site responsibilities, tool handling, and adherence to project timelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of prior crew supervision experience.
• Valid drivers license required.
• Ability to read job specs and plan materials.
• Comfort working on construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Leads a high-performance team serving customers in a local market.
• Reviews job specs to determine materials, tools, and equipment needed.
• Plans on-site work based on time, tools, and order of work – assigns duties to crew.
• Installs products with support from a national team.
• Troubleshoots and adapts to meet standards and timelines.
• Delivers quality service and customer satisfaction on site.
• Documents final reports and coordinates with stakeholders.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Crew supervision

Driver's license

Power tools

Tools

Tools & equipment handling

Job description

Are you a proven leader who takes ownership of the jobsite and sets the standard for excellence? At Groundworks, North America's leader in foundation solutions, our Foremen lead the installation crew from start to finish—owning safety, quality, productivity, and team performance on every project. You'll coordinate daily operations, mentor and develop your crew, and ensure every installation reflects our commitment to protecting our customers' homes. Supported by an award-winning brand, industry-leading systems, and a culture that promotes from within, this role is built for leaders who want responsibility, respect, and long-term career growth. The Foreman provides leadership to their crew and is an integral part of our success. The Foreman coordinates tasks and assignments based on work priority, schedules, objectives, and workforce availability. The Foreman monitors the progress of a project and keeps it on track from a time and budgetary standpoint. Candidates with experience in foundation repair, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting solutions, and team leadership experience would be a great fit for this position.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads a high-performance team serving customers in a local market/area.
• Reviews job specifications to determine materials, tools, and equipment needed prior to reporting to the job site.
• Assesses conditions of the job once on-site; sets forth plans based on time allotment, tools needed, and order of work – assign duties to your crew for work to be performed.
• Installs products and services with the support of a national team of trained professionals.
• Innovates and troubleshoots situations as needed based on requirements to complete the job to meet company standards and timetables.
• Provides customers with superior quality and service while onsite performing work.
• Ensures all final documentation is done completely/accurately and is given to the proper parties.
• Supervises the crew and provides on-the-job training to Installers and Co-Foreman Drives the company-provided vehicle to and from the job site daily.
• It is an essential function of this job that the employee regularly and reliably reports to work on time each working day.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, ability to motivate, and be a team player.
• Experience leading crews or small teams
• Basic construction or mechanical knowledge
• Must have a valid, non-restrictive driver's license.
• Enters crawl spaces and other confined areas
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Compensation

Competitive hourly pay + bonus paid per job ($92k/yr avg)

What We Offer

• Competitive base pay + bonus paid per job ($92K avg.)
• Best-in-class certification program creates path to real career growth
• Tools & transportation to the job site provided
• Free pair of Red Wing Boots provided every year
• Performance opens doors to elite recognition, trips & events
• Annual Tribe Appreciation Tour, holiday & volunteer events
• Upward mobility - we promote from within 80% of the time
• When you win, you own it—our Employee Ownership Program lets you share the upside
• Tuition Reimbursement Program - we invest in your development!
• Work-life balance - 2 weeks PTO and 6 paid holidays
• US: Affordable and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long & short-term disability, company-paid life insurance, 401(k) and company match & paid maternity leave
• Canada: Affordable and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, long & short-term disability, and company paid life insurance

We take pride in our exceptional growth—because it means that we've built our company and solutions on a rock-solid foundation. Every day, every employee has the opportunity to play an impactful role in changing an industry, setting a new standard, and delivering solutions that our customers love. True to our values, we've done the right things from the beginning, setting the stage for an even brighter future. Join us as we charge ahead!