Lead Carpenter Foreman - Project Leader

Rockford Construction Co.; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Wellness programs

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Rockford Construction Co. in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an experienced Trades Foreman to lead carpenters on active projects, coordinate subcontractors, and supervise daily operations. This role requires hands-on construction expertise, strong communication, and a focus on safety and quality.

Proficiency with Procore for reporting, RFIs, submittals, and schedule management is essential. The Foreman acts as a bridge between field teams and management, delivering updates and maintaining project

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a carpenter or in a similar role.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand building codes.

Responsibilities

• Foster an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Manage carpentry division and/or trade contractors of the project as assigned.
• Schedule subcontractors and/or team members to ensure efficient completion of the project.
• Build and maintain project schedule as needed.
• Evaluate team members and determine how each can be best utilized on site.
• Read blueprints and ensure work meets current building code requirements.
• Review & interpret contract documents.
• Facilitate and make changes to ensure on-time completion.
• Work alongside team members on the job site.
• Assist management to track & report job progress and updates in project management software.
• Monitor contract work for compliance with project documents and standards.
• Maintain safety on the site and monitor manpower, materials, and tools.
• Communicate change order needs to Project Manager.
• Maintain forms for change orders and added work.
• Know all jobs onsite and cover Trades Carpenter role when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Blueprint reading

Safety

Scheduling

Project management

Team management

Tools

Procore

MS Office

Job description

Rockford Construction Co. in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an experienced Trades Foreman to lead carpenters on active projects, coordinate subcontractors, and supervise daily operations. This role requires hands-on construction expertise, strong communication, and a focus on safety and quality.

Proficiency with Procore for reporting, RFIs, submittals, and schedule management is essential. The Foreman acts as a bridge between field teams and management, delivering updates and maintaining project