Foreman

Jobot; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus incentives

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Employer-paid life insurance

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Foreman to lead field crews on projects across Northern Virginia and the greater DC market. The ideal candidate has a strong carpentry or commercial-trades background and proven experience supervising crews, coordinating daily field activities, and keeping work safe and productive.

Join a team that values accountability, quality workmanship, and on-schedule delivery.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of related commercial construction experience.
• Strong carpentry or related commercial-trades background.
• Previous experience leading construction crews or field personnel.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction specifications.
• Strong understanding of construction materials, methods, hand tools, and power tools.
• Strong organizational and field problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to coordinate manpower and maintain production schedules.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an active construction environment and varying weather conditions.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, assign, schedule, and supervise construction field crews.
• Coordinate daily activities with project leadership, contractors, and suppliers.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and project specifications.
• Determine manpower, material, and tool requirements for assigned work.
• Perform daily jobsite walkthroughs and identify issues that could affect production or schedule.
• Monitor workmanship and maintain project quality standards.
• Enforce jobsite safety requirements and ensure crews follow established procedures.
• Troubleshoot field issues and develop practical solutions to keep work moving.
• Coordinate materials, tools, equipment, and other resources required for field operations.
• Communicate project progress and challenges with Superintendents and other project leadership.
• Train, mentor, and provide direction to field personnel.
• Maintain accountability for crew performance, productivity, safety, and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Team supervision

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Foreman

$30 - $40 per hour | Fredericksburg, VA | On-site | Permanent

Carpentry Foreman | Long-Term Commercial Projects | Northern Virginia

A bit about us:

Our client is an established, family-owned commercial construction company with a strong presence throughout the Mid-Atlantic. They manage a diverse portfolio of new construction, renovations, tenant improvements, and complex critical-infrastructure projects for public and private-sector clients.

With continued project growth throughout Northern Virginia and the greater DC market, the team is looking for experienced field leaders who take pride in quality workmanship, safety, accountability, and keeping projects moving. This is a long-term opportunity to join a growing contractor with a strong project pipeline, comprehensive benefits, performance incentives, and opportunities for continued career growth.

Why join us?

• Competitive hourly compensation plus performance-based bonus incentives
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement benefits
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for continued professional development
• Long-term opportunity with an established commercial contractor
• Work on a diverse portfolio of commercial, renovation, tenant improvement, and critical-infrastructure projects
• Opportunity to take real ownership of field operations, crew leadership, safety, quality, and production
• Join a team that values strong field leadership and promotes continued career growth

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Foreman to lead field crews supporting active projects throughout Northern Virginia and the greater Washington, DC market. The ideal candidate will come from a strong carpentry or commercial-trades background and have proven experience supervising crews, coordinating daily field activities, and keeping work safe, productive, and on schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, assign, schedule, and supervise construction field crews.
• Coordinate daily activities with project leadership, contractors, and suppliers.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and project specifications.
• Determine manpower, material, and tool requirements for assigned work.
• Perform daily jobsite walkthroughs and identify issues that could affect production or schedule.
• Monitor workmanship and maintain project quality standards.
• Enforce jobsite safety requirements and ensure crews follow established procedures.
• Troubleshoot field issues and develop practical solutions to keep work moving.
• Coordinate materials, tools, equipment, and other resources required for field operations.
• Communicate project progress and challenges with Superintendents and other project leadership.
• Train, mentor, and provide direction to field personnel.
• Maintain accountability for crew performance, productivity, safety, and quality.

Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years of related commercial construction experience.
• Strong carpentry or related commercial-trades background.
• Previous experience leading construction crews or field personnel.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction specifications.
• Strong understanding of construction materials, methods, hand tools, and power tools.
• Strong organizational and field problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to coordinate manpower and maintain production schedules.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an active construction environment and varying weather conditions.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.