Lead Construction Foreman - Outdoor Alaska Projects

Austin NAWIC; Alaska; On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin NAWIC is seeking a Construction Foreman to lead the crew on projects in Alaska. The role focuses on safety, quality, schedule, and cost, working closely with the Superintendent and the project team.

The position also offers opportunities to work outdoors in Southeast Alaska’s rugged terrain. The Foreman will coordinate trades, enforce safety standards, interpret plans, and ensure timely completion of tasks while maintaining cost controls and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in construction work.
• Knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Math skills; basic math is used everyday
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, complete daily activities according to work schedule, and meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 100 lbs., walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing, as well as understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Lead the crew, ensuring safety, quality, schedule and cost while coordinating with the Superintendent and project team.
• Ensure compliance with project plans and safety protocols; manage daily activities and overcome field challenges.

Skills

Safety leadership

Equipment knowledge

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Math skills

Problem solving

Dependability

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Reading/writing instructions

Safe equipment use

Work authorization in US

Job description

Austin NAWIC is seeking a Construction Foreman to lead the crew on projects in Alaska. The role focuses on safety, quality, schedule, and cost, working closely with the Superintendent and the project team.

The position also offers opportunities to work outdoors in Southeast Alaska’s rugged terrain. The Foreman will coordinate trades, enforce safety standards, interpret plans, and ensure timely completion of tasks while maintaining cost controls and quality workmanship.