On-Site Construction Foreman — Carpentry Lead

Ritsema; Kalamazoo (MI); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; 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 is seeking an experienced Site Foreman to lead field laborers and carpenters on commercial construction projects in West Michigan. You will coordinate with general contractors, supervise daily on-site activities, and ensure work meets quality and safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership, planning, and communication, with prior foreman or lead installer experience. OSHA 30 training is provided, and company tools/uniforms are supplied to support your work.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of drywall and metal stud framing techniques, tools and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Proven leadership and communication 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).

Responsibilities

• Lead daily on-site operations to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Hold startup meetings with Superintendent, Estimator, and PM to review labor needs and project scope.
• Facilitate daily huddles and toolbox talks to set goals and monitor progress.
• Evaluate team performance and adjust plans based on daily outcomes.
• Manage crew scheduling and communicate labor needs in advance.
• Record and track all labor hours.
• Anticipate material, equipment, and scaffolding needs and place orders.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized jobsite.
• Serve as primary on-site contact for general contractor’s Foreman or PM.
• Resolve scheduling issues 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.
• Lead by example in safety, professionalism, and craftsmanship.

Skills

Drywall framing

Blueprint reading

Leadership

Safety compliance

Communication

OSHA 30 cert

Tool familiarity

Tools

Personal hand tools

Job description

Ritsema Associates is seeking an experienced Site Foreman to lead field laborers and carpenters on commercial construction projects in West Michigan. You will coordinate with general contractors, supervise daily on-site activities, and ensure work meets quality and safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership, planning, and communication, with prior foreman or lead installer experience. OSHA 30 training is provided, and company tools/uniforms are supplied to support your work.