Carpenter Foreman

Job Description

Salary:

We are seeking a Carpenter Foreman to join our team!

At DSP, were a vibrant community of people who place great emphasis on fostering meaningful relationships. Our team is comprised of highly skilled professionals who are motivated by a people-orientated culture, and we are dedicated to delivering exceptional results to our clients, partners and the communities we serve. We hold ourselves to the highest standards, and our core values of being relationship-focused, quality-driven, results-oriented, and having a positive attitude are deeply ingrained in everything we do.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Supervise and participate in the planning, lay out, construction, repair, and assembly of temporary and permanent buildings, additions, partitions, and wood or concrete structures and fixtures. Responsible for supervising the work of journey men carpenters and laborers engaged in carpentry repair, alteration, maintenance, construction, and installation of all types of wooden, brick, and concrete block structures and equipment. Foremans responsibilities are pre-planning work for a crew and overseeing safety procedures, quality of workmanship, production costs, and the morale and attitude of a crew

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan and schedule work for the group ensuring proper distribution of assignments and adequate manning space and facilities for subsequent performance of duties

Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with blueprints and specifications

Knowledge of safe work practices including safety precautions for operating power equipment, working in traffic, and under hazardous conditions

Complete knowledge and ability to install interior carpentry including but not limited to, metal studs, drywall, ceiling systems, and doors

Monitor and enforce safety as it relates to job site operations, including Weekly Safety Tool Box Meetings

Construct the wood framing and install the dry wall on construction projects

Develop plan for work sequencing prior to starting work, including daily field meetings with personnel to allow preparation for days requirements

Monitor coded hour and material costs

Record accurate time cards and codes for Bookkeeper

Proper use of DBC tools, equipment, scaffolds, ladders, power tools, and heavy equipment including rented materials, forms, bracing, and scaffolding systems

Coordinate all related work, excavate and backfill, resteel, imbeds, mechanical, and electrical

Coordinate with other trades so as not to cause delays

Requires alternative solutions to be quickly generated to resolve scheduling conflicts, project delays, and design modifications

Follow established planning procedures, schedules for job/manpower, and equipment

Help with A.W.Q.s (Additional Work Quotes) and other required reports

Keep Daily Foreman Report

Participate in all meetings such as Project Pre-Start Meetings, Self Perform Meetings, Pre-Construction Meetings, and Progress Meetings

Ability to work as a team member and foster a cooperative work environment

QUALIFICATIONS (Skills, knowledge, experience)

High school diploma or GED

At least 5 years of extensive knowledge and skills in carpentry including supervisory or lead experience or any equivalent combination of training and experience

Understanding of civil, architectural, structural including mechanical, electrical drawings coordination of all shop drawings

Complete understanding of form systems, concrete placement, and construction procedures

Able to quickly identify potential schedule conflicts and generate and implement needed modifications

Complete understanding of layout, set up of control and benchmark line, and level use of transit, laser, and level

Organizing work scheduling and coordination with ability to give clear instructions and providing leadership

Ability to supervise the work of others

Must be familiar with the duties of other craft workers and with the materials, tools, and machinery they use

Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in construction

Adept at establishing relationships with all parties involved in the construction process to facilitate harmonious working relationships during projects

Able to work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others

Ability to keep records and to prepare work and time reports

Possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record

CORE VALUES

Relationship Focused

Quality

Positive Attitude

Results Driven

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires the following physical activities and motions repeatedly or for prolonged periods of time

Stretching

Stooping

Bending

Squatting

Lifting

Crawling

Climbing

Pushing

Pulling

Twisting

Kneeling

Throwing

Walking

Hammering

Standing

Reaching

Rubbing

Requires possible lifting of 55-80 lbs. over long distances

Uses tools such as float, tamp, trowel, screed, template, hand shovel, and push broom or 10'-16' straight edge on extended handle

Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the outdoor elements.

Possible exposure to hazardous materials and fumes

Performing physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs, and moving the

whole body,

Must have manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, good physical fitness, and sense of

balance

DISCLAIMER

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. The job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills an individual in this position may be asked to perform either now or in the future.

DSP is a Union Contractor

DSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Full-time