Lead Carpenter Foreman – Commercial Construction

Onni Group of Companies; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Onni seeks a Carpentry Foreman to lead a union crew on commercial projects in the Chicago area. You will supervise carpenters, manage layouts, and coordinate materials, while ensuring safety and adherence to plans and schedules.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years as journeyman carpenters, active union standing or eligible referral, and strong leadership and communication skills. OSHA 10 is required; OSHA 30 preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as journeyman carpenter in commercial construction.
• Prior lead or foreman experience.
• Active member in good standing with union, or eligible for referral.
• OSHA 10-Hour certification required; OSHA 30-Hour preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily activities of the carpenter crew per drawings and specs.
• Perform layout of metal stud framing, openings, soffits, and ceiling grid systems.
• Coordinate material orders and deliveries with PM and laborers.
• Ensure crew compliance with safety program and OSHA requirements.
• Complete daily reports, timecards, and manpower logs.
• Report progress and field issues to PM/Superintendent promptly.
• Coordinate sequencing with mechanical, electrical, plumbing trades.
• Maintain tool/equipment inventory and a safe jobsite.
• Enforce CRCC work rules and jurisdictional agreements.
• Train journeyman and apprentice carpenters on the crew.

Skills

Journeyman carpenter

Foreman experience

Union member

OSHA 10-Hour

Blueprint reading

Job description

Onni seeks a Carpentry Foreman to lead a union crew on commercial projects in the Chicago area. You will supervise carpenters, manage layouts, and coordinate materials, while ensuring safety and adherence to plans and schedules.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years as journeyman carpenters, active union standing or eligible referral, and strong leadership and communication skills. OSHA 10 is required; OSHA 30 preferred.