Carpenter Foreman - El Paso

Description

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Carpenter Foreman to lead and supervise carpentry crews on Federal and Commercial construction projects. The Carpenter Foreman is responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing daily carpentry activities while ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contract documents, quality standards, and project schedules. Candidates must have strong leadership skills, extensive hands-on carpentry experience, and the ability to interpret and execute construction documents accurately.

General Responsibilities

Supervision & Leadership

• Supervise, lead, and coordinate the daily work activities of carpenters and laborers
• Assign tasks, provide direction, and ensure crews understand scope, sequence, and quality expectations
• Monitor crew productivity and workmanship; take corrective action as needed
• Train, mentor, and develop carpentry personnel; promote safe and efficient work practices
• Serve as the primary point of contact between field crews and project supervision

Planning & Coordination

• Plan, schedule, and sequence carpentry work in coordination with project schedules and other trades
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and submittals to plan labor, materials, tools, and equipment
• Identify potential conflicts, constructability issues, and field conditions; communicate solutions proactively
• Coordinate inspections, quality control reviews, and punch-list activities
• Assist with material takeoffs, ordering, staging, and inventory control

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all work meets federal, commercial, and company quality standards, project specifications, and building codes
• Enforce OSHA, site-specific, and company safety policies; lead by example
• Ensure compliance with ADA/ABA requirements where applicable
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and incident prevention initiatives
• Verify installations prior to inspection and turnover

Carpentry & Technical Duties

• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and layouts
• Perform and oversee wood and light-gauge metal framing for walls, partitions, ceilings, soffits, and related assemblies
• Lay out walls, doors, frames, ceilings, and fixtures using accurate measurements and layout tools
• Install drywall systems, including cutting, hanging, fastening, and preparation for finishing
• Install hollow metal and wood door frames, doors, and related components to required tolerances
• Install door hardware, including hinges, locks, closers, panic devices, stops, kick plates, and accessories per hardware schedules
• Install acoustical ceiling systems, including grid, tiles, light trims, and access panels
• Install bath accessories, toilet partitions, blocking, millwork, casework, shelving, and specialty carpentry items
• Perform punch-list, corrective, and closeout work as required

Communication & Documentation

• Communicate daily with project superintendent, project manager, quality managers, inspectors, and other trades
• Provide accurate daily updates on progress, manpower, material needs, and field issues
• Assist with daily reports, timekeeping, and documentation as required
• Represent the company professionally with clients, inspectors, and project stakeholders

General Duties

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized jobsite
• Assist with material handling, site logistics, and selective demolition as needed
• Work independently and as part of a leadership team while maintaining productivity, quality, and schedule adherence

Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of commercial carpentry experience, with prior foreman or lead carpenter experience preferred
• Strong working knowledge of commercial and federal construction requirements, methods, materials, and sequencing
• Experience laying out work, supervising carpentry crews and managing daily work activities
• Proficient in metal framing, drywall, doors/frames/hardware, acoustical ceilings, millwork, and bath accessories
• Solid understanding of building codes and quality control requirements, and knowledge of ADA/ABA accessibility requirements
• Ability to read, interpret, and execute work from construction drawings and specifications
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and schedule performance
• Ability to lift materials, work from ladders/lifts, and perform physical labor
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between job sites as needed
• Professional appearance, attitude, and leadership presence

Working Conditions

Work performed primarily on active Federal and Commercial construction sites (indoor and outdoor). Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders or scaffolding, and lifting materials 50+ lbs. Exposure to varying weather conditions, construction noise, and jobsite hazards.