Foreman My client is a design and builds remodeling company established in 1995, running residential and commercial projects across Chicagoland. They remodel kitchens, whole homes, windows, trim, and everything between, much of it in occupied homes on a time and materials basis. They are looking for a Foreman to serve as the working jobsite leader on our residential remodeling projects. This person is the eyes, ears, and hands of the superintendent on the jobsite: they run the job, lead the crew, keep production at standard, and represent the company to the client every day. This is a leadership seat filled by a master craftsman, not a labor seat.

Essential Duties:

Run the assigned jobsite effectively and efficiently. Perform carpentry at the highest level of craftsmanship. Supervise a team of carpenters and laborers. Make remodel decisions on the fly as needed. Read plans and work only from the current version. Confirm scope against the estimate and flag discrepancies to the superintendent on the day they appear. Manage the job to its numbers. Know the estimated labor hours posted for the job and manage the crew to beat them. Follow the change order rule. Identified changes get written and approved before the work is performed, every time. Communicate daily with the superintendent and with clients. Participate in job meetings and walkthroughs. Own jobsite safety, cleanliness, security, and protection from the elements. Submit daily logs. Maintain first aid readiness on site. Mentor carpenters and apprentices by demonstration and direct teaching.

Requirements:

10+ years of hands on carpentry experience, the majority in residential remodeling. 2+ years experinece leading crews. Strong field judgment and exceptional attention to detail. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications. Clear spoken and written communication with managers, trade partners, and homeowners. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to job sites across the region. Working knowledge of jobsite safety practices and OSHA standards. Standing, walking, and working on your feet for the large majority of the day. Climbing ladders and scaffolding, balancing, kneeling, crouching, and working overhead. Regularly lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, occasionally more with assistance. Working in occupied homes and in active construction conditions year-round. We are an equal employment company, with a drug-free workplace. In addition to the competitive wages and incentives, we provide the opportunity to become an integral part of the continued growth of our organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you consider yourself qualified for this position, we encourage you to apply.

Pay:

$45.00 - $48.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Health insurance

Work Location:

In person