The role as a Carpenter Foreman is leading and monitoring installations while ensuring work is performed according to Clark Construction standards and specific project specifications. Foreman must work cooperatively the customer managing the project, project schedules and employees. A Foreman is responsible for maintaining productivity, quality control, labor cost, scheduling, safety, and acquisition of materials and any other activities that impact the success of completing a project. When necessary, the Foreman should be able to perform “hands on/ installation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CARPENTER FOREMAN:

• Build rough wooden structures, such as concrete forms and scaffolds according to sketches, blueprints, or oral instructions.

Essential Functions:

• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships
• Manage purchase orders and ensure ordered materials are received while adhering to bulk buy materials procedures.
• Adhere to project contract document changes and any changes order along with Work Authorizations from Customer.
• Fully utilize prefabrication and company-wide installation methods and policies.
• Ensure the proper safety equipment, materials and tools are onsite to preform required work.
• Equip General Superintendent with enough notice of any crew changes utilizing a Three Week Look ahead protocol.
• Utilize a proactive and customer service approach to anticipate and resolve potential issues. Address the problem with a solution.
• Ensure crew members start and finish work shift on time; Maintain proper meal/break times as per Employee Handbook and as legally required per California DIR labor laws and regulations.
• Conduct effective performance evaluations of crew members.
• Maintain complete and accurate “as-builts” as per procedures and project requirements.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals including project owners, architects, general contractors, management, crew members, etc.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Study blueprints and diagrams to determine dimensions of structure or form to be constructed.
• Measure materials or distances, using square, measuring tape, or rule to lay out work.
• Cut or saw boards, timbers, or plywood to required size, using handsaw, power saw, or woodworking machine.
• Assemble and fasten material together to construct wood or metal framework of structure, using bolts, nails, or screws.
• Anchor and brace forms and other structures in place, using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges, and timbers.
• Mark cutting lines on materials, using pencil and scriber.
• Erect forms, framework, scaffolds, ladders, hoists, or roof supports, using hand tools, plumb rule, and level.
• Bore bolt holes in timber, masonry or concrete walls, using power drill.
• Assemble wood or metal forms for construction of columns and walls
• Fabricate parts, using woodworking and metalworking machines.
• Dig or direct digging of post holes and set poles to support structures.
• Dismantle wall and column form

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (minimum requirements as follows):

• Lift 50lbs from the ground and pull 50lbs of force.
• Fully squat, stoop or kneel while wearing a 25lb tool belt.
• Maintain a standing position for long periods of time while performing repetitive actions

Physical Demands

The physical demands described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role on a construction site. This role requires significant physical exertion, including the ability to navigate active construction areas with uneven terrain, temporary and permanent stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and personnel hoists. Constant standing, walking, and performing repetitive physical tasks are required daily. The employee must frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing over 50 pounds with assistance or team lifting techniques. This position requires frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and reaching (above and below shoulder level). The employee must possess sufficient physical dexterity and balance to work safely at various heights and in confined spaces. Visual acuity (including close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus) is essential for tasks such as reading instructions, operating equipment, and ensuring safety. Adequate hearing (with or without assistive devices) is required to understand instructions and warnings in a noisy environment.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this role at a Clark Construction site. The employee will regularly work outdoors and may be exposed to varying and potentially extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, and snow. The work environment frequently involves exposure to moving mechanical equipment, high noise levels, dust, fumes, airborne particles, vibrations, and potential electrical hazards. Work regularly occurs at heights and in confined spaces. The employee must be able to work safely around heavy equipment and construction traffic. The noise level in the work environment is typically loud, requiring the consistent use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hearing protection, and adherence to all Clark Construction’s comprehensive safety policies, procedures, and all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Due to the nature of the projects, deadlines, and client’s requirements, the role frequently requires working more than 40 hours per week.