Lead Construction Foreman — Craft, Safety & Growth

Ritsema-Associates; Grandville (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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)

Job summary

Ritsema Associates, a West Michigan-based construction firm, seeks a Construction Field Foreman to lead field laborers and carpenters on commercial projects. You will coordinate with superintendents, estimators, and project managers, maintaining safety, quality, and schedule discipline on site.

Candidates should demonstrate strong drywall framing knowledge, blueprint reading, and prior foreman experience. Comprehensive training and development are offered with a sign-on bonus included.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of drywall and metal stud framing techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• OSHA 30 Hour certification. (Company will provide)
• Must provide and maintain personal hand tools (power and specialty tools provided)
• Previous experience as a foreman, lead installer, or similar supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily on-site operations to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Conduct startup meetings with the Superintendent, Estimator, and Project Manager to review labor needs, special orders, and project scope.
• Facilitate daily huddles and toolbox talks to set goals, assign tasks, and monitor progress.
• Evaluate team performance and adjust plans based on daily outcomes.
• Manage crew scheduling and communicate labor needs in advance.
• Accurately record and track all labor hours.
• Anticipate material, equipment, and scaffolding needs and place orders through the office.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized jobsite.
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for 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 before starting.
• Track all equipment delivered to the jobsite and ensure timely return of company-owned or rented items.
• Request periodic equipment inventory sheets and reconcile with on-site inventory.
• Coordinator job closeout with the Superintendent and arrange for material and equipment pickup.
• Lead by example in safety, professionalism, and craftsmanship.

Skills

Drywall framing techniques

Metal stud framing techniques

Blueprint reading

Leadership

Safety compliance

Organizational skills

OSHA 30 certification

Education

OSHA 30 Hour certification

Job description

Ritsema Associates, a West Michigan-based construction firm, seeks a Construction Field Foreman to lead field laborers and carpenters on commercial projects. You will coordinate with superintendents, estimators, and project managers, maintaining safety, quality, and schedule discipline on site.

Candidates should demonstrate strong drywall framing knowledge, blueprint reading, and prior foreman experience. Comprehensive training and development are offered with a sign-on bonus included.