Masonry Foreman: Lead Crew, Quality & Safety

First Choice Construction Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

First Choice Construction Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking a Masonry Foreman to lead field crews, ensure safety, and deliver quality masonry on schedule and within budget.

This hands-on leadership role requires blueprint proficiency, strong communication with project managers and subcontractors, and accountability for daily operations, safety, productivity, and quality control on assigned projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as journeyman mason in commercial construction.
• Minimum 3 years in supervisory/foreman role leading masonry crews.
• Expert proficiency reading blueprints, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Proven ability performing accurate layout for complex masonry work.
• Proficient in written and verbal English.
• OSHA 30hour Construction Safety certification required.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise masons, laborers, apprentices, and specialty subcontractors.
• Assign daily tasks based on project priorities, crew capabilities, and schedules.
• Train and mentor apprentices and less experienced team members.
• Monitor productivity and performance, addressing issues promptly.
• Conduct daily crew briefings on work plans, safety, and expectations.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Perform accurate layout of walls, columns, arches, and specialty features.
• Coordinate material deliveries and equipment with warehouse and project management.
• Identify and communicate scope changes and potential issues to project managers.
• Manage relationships with specialty subcontractors.
• Maintain highest masonry craftsmanship standards across all work.
• Conduct ongoing inspections to ensure specification compliance.
• Verify proper jointing, alignment, plumb, and level.
• Address quality issues immediately and coordinate with inspectors on punch lists.
• Enforce company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and site-specific safety plans.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and lead toolbox talks.
• Ensure proper PPE use and maintain safe working conditions.
• Stop work for unsafe conditions and investigate incidents.
• Coordinate with Safety Operations Manager on training and compliance.
• Complete daily reports in Raken documenting work, hours, materials, and progress.
• Document scope changes, delays, and weather impacts with photos.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, superintendents, and clients.
• Submit timely material and equipment requests.
• Monitor labor productivity and material usage against budgets.
• Alert management to potential overruns or delays early.
• Minimize material waste through efficient planning.

Skills

Journeyman Mason

Supervisory experience

Blueprint proficiency

English communication

Leadership

Tools

Raken reporting

iPad/tablet

Job description

First Choice Construction Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking a Masonry Foreman to lead field crews, ensure safety, and deliver quality masonry on schedule and within budget.

This hands-on leadership role requires blueprint proficiency, strong communication with project managers and subcontractors, and accountability for daily operations, safety, productivity, and quality control on assigned projects.