TR Wells Custom Framers, LLC, located in Berkshire County, MA, is looking for a carpentry foreman to coordinate and supervise their team of crew members. The foreman will be responsible for training new workers and will oversee residential and commercial new builds. They will also perform carpentry tasks on their own as a working foreman. Manage and train staff; ensure construction equipment is properly maintained; and keep projects on schedule. The candidate should be extremely organized with excellent time management, leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Objectives of this role
Create and maintain a construction schedule with project goals in mind
Train, supervise, and assign tasks to crew members
Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are followed on construction sites
Capable of managing 1-2 Projects at a time and a crew of up to 8
Ensure all construction projects stay on schedule, remain within the budget, and are completed successfully
Responsibilities
Read project plans, drawings, specifications, and blueprints
Oversee construction sites and supervise the use of machinery and equipment
Supervise a crew of 2-4 carpenters at any given project site
Assign carpentry tasks to crew
Emphasize safe use of all tools and equipment and enforce the proper use of safety gear, like helmets and safety glasses
Manage crew to ensure the project is kept on schedule
Skills and qualifications
Advanced knowledge of construction procedures and equipment
Ability to read and understand drawings, blueprints, and construction plans
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Ability to problem-solve and fix routine errors
In-depth knowledge of safety guidelines and best practices
Preferred qualifications
Construction and carpentry experience – minimum of 10 years
Proven leadership skills
Ability to train, and supervise crew
Expertise supervising construction materials, such as tools and equipment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
OSHA30
Valid Driver’s license
Salary/Benefits
$40.00 per hour
Paid Time off
Paid Holidays
Retirement Plan with Company Match