Residential Construction Foreman

Samaritan's Purse; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental & vision

FSA

Disability insurance

Paid family leave

Term life insurance

401(k)

Holidays

Vacation days

Sick days

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse is seeking a Construction Foreman for its U.S. Rebuild team in Asheville, NC. The role involves leading on-site construction, coordinating with supervisors and volunteers, and ensuring quality by following budgets and timelines.

The candidate should have 1-year certificate and 3–6 years of residential construction experience, with strong communication and blueprints reading skills to guide teams and uphold safety standards.

Qualifications

• One-year certificate from a college or technical school, plus three to six years of related experience or equivalent.
• Experience with all aspects of residential home construction, from layout and foundation work to final inspection.
• Thorough knowledge of the construction industry and processes.
• Ability to read construction drawings and blueprints.
• Highly effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Project Superintendent, Volunteer Coordinators, and Logistics Coordinators to design and construct homes.
• Oversee construction progress, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to budget and schedule.
• Engage with on-site volunteer teams, providing hands-on training and support.
• Safeguard materials and equipment through strict inventory control and security measures.
• Inspect projects to ensure compliance with laws and codes while communicating progress to volunteers and partners.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Communication skills

Construction knowledge

Education

One-year certificate from a college or technical school

Job description

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

Location: Asheville, NC, United States
Job ID: 17720
Date Posted: Sep 1, 2026

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What do we believe?

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work.
Please take time to review the following link as you consider working with us: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/statement-of-faith/

What is the opportunity?

We are seeking a Construction Foreman to join our U.S. Rebuild team in Asheville, NC. Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of Samaritan's Purse are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In the role of Construction Foreman, you will have the opportunity to:

• Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
• Partner with the Project Superintendent, Volunteer Coordinators, and Logistics Coordinators to design and construct homes that bring hope to the affected community.
• Engage with on-site volunteer teams, providing hands-on training and support. Guide team members to ensure they understand their roles and empower them to contribute effectively to the construction process
• Uphold the highest quality standards by meticulously overseeing project progress, ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines, and maintaining exceptional craftsmanship
• Safeguard all materials and equipment at job sites by maintaining strict inventory control and enforcing security measures to prevent loss or damage.
• Conduct thorough inspections of all projects to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local laws and codes, while effectively communicating and ministering to volunteers and partners about progress and needs.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• One-year certificate from a college or technical school and three (3) to six (6) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with all aspects of residential home construction, from layout and foundation work to final inspection, is required.
• Thorough knowledge of the construction industry and processes
• Ability to read construction drawings and blueprints
• Highly effective communication skills

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Long-term and Short-term disability insurance
• Paid Family Medical Leave
• Term Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• 10 paid holidays
• 12 vacation/personal days
• 10 sick days

Type: Full-Time

Department: U.S. Rebuild